Robert F. Kennedy Jr. found himself in the hot seat when he appeared in front of the Senate Finance Committee. He was up for a big job, leading the Department of Health and Human Services, and CNN host Jake Tapper had some questions. Tapper wasn't buying Kennedy's claim that he's pro-vacci
Buzz about Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's past statements on vaccines is spreading fast ahead of his Senate confirmation hearing for a big job. He wants to be the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). Newsweek tried to get a comment from Kennedy himself. This situation matters because President D
Imagine showing up for a big meeting only to find out it's been canceled. That's what happened to hundreds of people in Colombia who had U. S. visa appointments. The U. S. Embassy in Bogota suddenly canceled appointments after Colombia refused to accept some deportation flights from the U. S. Presid
Imagine a situation where a simple scan could save someone's life. That's what happened with a 51-year-old woman who had a rare liver infection called hepatic gas gangrene (HGG). This infection is usually caused by bacteria like Clostridium perfringens, but other germs can also be the culprit. Docto
Ever dreamed of working in the White House? Well, under President Donald Trump, it wasn't just about your skills anymore. The Trump administration was all about loyalty. They were keen to find people who truly believed in Trump's "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) movement. Here's what it was like tr
Over the past decade, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the U. S. has faced an uphill task when it comes to approving drugs for rare diseases. These diseases, often with small patient populations, come with unique challenges like varied genetic and symptom patterns. This makes it tough to fi
In the movie "Nickel Boys, " director RaMell Ross did something unique. Instead of the usual camera angles, he decided to show the story from one character's point of view – Turner, played by Brandon Wilson. This isn't just a fancy trick. It means the camera, operated by Sam Ellison, sticks with Tur
In a surprising turn of events, UnitedHealthcare has chosen Tim Noel as their new CEO. This announcement comes after the tragic murder of their previous leader, Brian Thompson, in December. Noel, who has been with the company since 2007, was previously in charge of Medicare and retirement plans. The
In a surprising turn of events, the Senate voted in favor of John Ratcliffe, a former Texas congressman, as the new CIA director under President Trump. The vote tally was 74-25, with an unexpected 21 Democrats joining the Republican side. Ratcliffe, who served as the director of national intelligenc
Ever wondered why some healthcare appointments are left empty? In the Veterans Affairs Health Care System, these unused slots can affect patient care and clinic operations. But how often does this happen? And why? Let's dive into the world of primary care to find out. First, let's talk numbers. The
