The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently updated its website to reflect a significant change in its position on vaccines and autism. This shift comes after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the agency to revise its language. Kennedy, a promin
A recent study claims that fluoride is safe for children's brain development, but many experts are skeptical. The study, published in Science Advances, suggests that fluoride exposure in childhood has no negative cognitive effects and might even offer slight benefits. However, the study's methodolog
A new law is making waves in the world of aviation. The Mental Health in Aviation Act (MHAA) is set to change how pilots and air traffic controllers deal with mental health issues. This law wants to make it easier for them to get the help they need without fear of losing their jobs. The MHAA was in
The White House and the FDA are at odds over a staffing decision. The FDA's top boss, Marty Makary, wanted to promote Sanjula Jain-Nagpal, a policy expert. But the White House had other plans. They asked for her resignation. Makary wasn't happy about it. He pushed back. But the White House didn't ba
Jamaica is facing a serious health crisis after Hurricane Melissa. The storm brought heavy rain and flooding, which has led to a rise in leptospirosis cases. This disease is caused by bacteria found in contaminated water and soil. It can be very dangerous, even deadly. The health minister reported
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In today's world, tech is everywhere, especially in healthcare. Digital health tools promise big improvements, but they might leave some people behind. People with blindness often face unique challenges, but what about those who are tech-savvy and educated? This group has a different story to tell.
Nigeria faces serious challenges with high maternal and newborn death rates. One big reason is that many women give birth at home instead of in hospitals. This happens more in rural areas than in cities. The lack of skilled help and quick access to medical care in emergencies makes home births risky
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the current Health Secretary, has made some big changes to the CDC's website. He told The New York Times that he personally asked for these changes. The CDC used to say that vaccines don't cause autism. Now, the website says that this statement isn't based on solid evidence.
In a surprising turn of events, the newly appointed head of the U. S. drug regulatory agency has expressed serious doubts about the recent push to fast-track drug approvals. This official, who just started their role this month, believes that these changes might not only be against the law but could
