Every five years, the U. S. government rolls out new food guidelines. These rules help shape what Americans eat and influence big food programs. Before these guidelines hit the shelves, a team of nutrition experts spends two years reviewing the latest research. They hold public meetings and gather f
A shift is happening in pediatric care. Many doctors are choosing to follow the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) vaccine schedule instead of the CDC's. This change comes after the CDC updated its guidelines this month. The AAP added a new RSV vaccine to its recommendations. The group is stickin
In a quick turn of events, the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) unfroze over $5 billion in public health grants after just one day. This money, managed by the CDC, supports health departments across the country, including all 50 states, Washington, D. C. , and three national group
Measles is back with a vengeance in Europe. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently announced that several countries, including the UK, have lost their measles-free status. This news comes after a surge in infections across the continent. Spain, Austria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan also
In a move that has stirred up quite a bit of debate, the United States has officially stepped back from the World Health Organization (WHO). This decision comes a year after President Donald Trump first announced the intention to leave the global health body. The reason? The Trump administration cla
MAHA, or Make America Healthy Again, is a movement that's gaining traction. It's not just a fringe group, as some might think. In fact, a recent poll shows that 40% of parents now consider themselves MAHA supporters. This movement is about more than just health; it's about trust, or the lack of it,
The U. S. has a big problem. It has more moms dying during or after pregnancy than other wealthy nations. This is not new. It has been happening for a while. But why? One big reason might be that many pregnancies in the U. S. are not planned. The U. S. has one of the highest rates of unintended pre
William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at 89. His contributions were immense, yet he remained humble. He led the charge against smallpox, a disease now eradicated thanks to human effort. Foege's work didn't stop there. He served as the director of the Centers for Disease Cont
William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at his Atlanta home. He was 89. His work was crucial in wiping out smallpox in the 1970s, a massive win for global health. Later, he led the U. S. response to the early AIDS crisis as the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Preve
Iowa's health leaders are facing a tough challenge. They need to make sure vaccines stay safe and effective. This is not just a job for one political party. It's something everyone should care about. A big change happened recently. A group called the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (AC
