The chair of a key vaccine advisory group is making waves with new recommendations. Martin Kulldorff, a Swedish-born epidemiologist, leads the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). This group helps decide which vaccines kids get and when. Since taking over in June, Kulldorff and his t
President Donald Trump recently had an MRI scan, his second medical visit this year. This has sparked a lot of talk about his health, especially since he is one of the oldest presidents in U. S. history. Trump shared the results with reporters, saying everything was "perfect. " But he didn't explai
Oregon has a powerful tool to fight gun violence, but not everyone is using it. In 2017, the state passed a law that lets police or family members ask a court to temporarily stop someone from accessing guns if they're a danger to themselves or others. This is called an extreme risk protection order,
Growing up in the 2010s, school shootings were a constant worry. Students often thought about how they would react if a shooter entered their classroom. This fear was not just a passing thought; it was a reality that shaped many young lives. Now, as a medical student, the focus shifts to understand
The planet is getting hotter, and people are paying the price. Over the past few decades, the number of deaths caused by extreme heat has shot up by 23%. That means around 546, 000 people die each year because of it. And it's not just heat; wildfire smoke is also taking a toll. In 2024 alone, 154, 0
Texas has taken a bold step by suing Tylenol's maker, Kenvue, and its former owner, Johnson & Johnson. The lawsuit claims these companies misled the public about Tylenol's safety during pregnancy. The main concern? A possible link between Tylenol and developmental issues like autism and ADHD. The l
The US health data system is in trouble. It's always had issues, but things got worse under the Trump administration. They cut funding, made research political, and ignored privacy rules. This made it harder to collect data and people stopped trusting the system. Other countries handle health data
Schools are like a second home for many kids. They spend a lot of time there. So, it makes sense that schools can play a big role in supporting mental health. But, there's a problem. Many schools don't have enough resources to help students who are struggling. This is where technology might be able
Stillbirths are a tragic reality for many families in the U. S. , and a recent study sheds light on the alarming fact that nearly 30% of these heartbreaking events happen without any known risk factors. This study, which looked at almost 2. 8 million pregnancies, reveals that despite advances in med
Polio eradication has been a long, winding road. Back in 1988, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) set an ambitious goal. By 2000, they aimed to wipe out polio. They didn't quite make it, but progress was still impressive. By 2014, only three countries—Afghanistan, Nigeria, and Pakistan—w
