Public health has always been about tracking stuff like diseases and vaccinations. It helps us figure out if our health programs are working and where to spend money to make things better. This research looks into how data from the web can help with this. It comes up with new ways to predict health
In the bustling city of Ibadan, Nigeria, the use of unprescribed and herbal medicines among pregnant women is a big concern. These medicines might not be safe, and they could even harm the unborn baby. But how common is this problem? A recent study found that almost one in three pregnant women in Ib
Donald Trump recently hinted that childhood vaccines could be banned if he wins the presidential election. He suggested that Robert F Kennedy Jr, an anti-vaccine advocate, would play a significant role in his administration. Kennedy has claimed that vaccines cause autism, but scientists have dispute
Former President Donald Trump has been making waves with his recent comments about vaccines. In a phone interview with NBC News, he hinted that he might consider banning certain vaccines if he's re-elected. Trump has been vocal about his support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who has been known to spre
Last Sunday, former President Donald Trump gave a nod to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's idea of removing fluoride from the U. S. water system. In an interview with NBC News, Trump said, "Sounds okay to me, " when asked about Kennedy's proposition. This view goes against the advice of public health agencie
A key figure in Donald Trump's transition team has revealed that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , a prominent vaccine skeptic, wants access to federal health data. Kennedy believes this data will help him prove that vaccines are unsafe, potentially leading to their removal from the market if Trump returns to
In a surprising move, a public health department in Idaho has been barred from giving COVID-19 vaccines. This is the first time in the US that a health department has been halted from providing these vital shots. While other states have limited vaccine promotion or recommended against them, Idaho's
A few days ago, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared on a Zoom call that President Trump had promised him a top job at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the agency that includes the CDC, FDA, NIH, and USDA. This could be a big problem because Kennedy is known for his anti-vaccine beliefs an
As the weather cools down and flu season kicks in, tracking the spread of H5N1 avian influenza becomes trickier. The virus has been detected in 380 dairy herds across 14 states. With winter approaching, public health departments face a tougher job separating H5N1 from regular flu cases. People with
The Peabody Board of Health decided to put the brakes on a proposed "generational smoking ban" after a lengthy public meeting. This ban aimed to restrict tobacco sales to people born after 2004, gradually phasing out sales over time. Supporters argued it would reduce public health risks without harm
