Trump nominates former deputy surgeon general to lead CDC The CDC has been without a permanent political leader since Susan Monarez was fired in August. Axios · Apr 16
Trump nominates Erica Schwartz, ex-deputy surgeon general, as CDC director Schwartz was deputy surgeon general under Trump’s first administration and is a rear admiral in the US Coast Guard The Guardian - US · Apr 16
RFK Jr. grilled by Congress over dismantling public health policy and hanging out with Kid Rock Democrats and even one Republican with an autistic son criticize Robert Kennedy’s messaging around vaccination and public health misinformation The Independent UK · Apr 16
(VIDEO) Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Says He Never Called for Black Children to Be 'Re-Parented' :There is a Recording Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. turned a House hearing on health policy and the Trump administration's proposed 2027 budget into one of the sharpest Capitol Hill clashes of the day on Thursday after he denied ever saying Black children taking ADHD medication should be "re-parented," only… Latin Times · Apr 16
Trump taps former deputy surgeon general Schwartz to lead CDC President Donald Trump on Thursday selected Erica Schwartz, former deputy surgeon general and medical doctor, to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, he announced on Truth Social. Schwartz, who will require Senate confirmation, was deputy surgeon general during Trump’s first term and is a retired rear admiral in… Roll Call · Apr 16
Parasitic flies that eat human tissue to lay eggs in open wounds are just 90 miles from US border, officials confirm Sid Miller, the Texas agriculture commissioner, described the New World screwworm as a ‘direct and imminent threat’ to his state The Independent UK · Apr 16
I’m getting 2 hours extra sleep a night and more energy after making this simple change to my routine — but there’s a catch Because of this change, I've gone from sleeping 7 hours a night to 9. Two neuroscientists explain why I need more sleep and how to fix my schedule to get the rest I need for better energy and happiness Tom’s Guide · Apr 16
Future of the NHS, saviour of the high street? High hopes for health hub in a Barnsley shopping centre Transfer of medical services from hospital to former Wilko store is improving healthcare access and boosting footfall The Guardian - UK · Apr 16
Natural Doesn’t Mean Safe: Reports of Supplement‑Linked Illnesses in Adults 65+ Rose 14% Last Year, CDC Says Walk into any pharmacy or scroll online, and you’ll see shelves filled with vitamins, herbal blends, and “natural” remedies promising better sleep, sharper memory, and... Saving Advice · Apr 15
CDC Health Advisory: The ‘Rhino Tranq’ Overdose Warning for Seniors on Pain Meds A new health advisory is raising serious concerns about a dangerous drug trend that many Americans—especially seniors—may not even realize exists. Health officials, including the... Saving Advice · Apr 15
Sexually transmitted diarrhea cases soaring in US — and its growing resistant to medicine There are 450,000 infections each year in the US including 240,000 cases that do not respond to regular treatment The Independent UK · Apr 15
‘Uncharted territory’: uncertainty as US vaccine guidance falls apart under Trump Several shots – including flu and Covid – lost their CDC recommendations under overhauls from the White House The Guardian - US · Apr 15
The US flu season is over – but child deaths are continuing The number of child flu deaths from last season is still rising – and is now nearing 300 deaths The Independent UK · Apr 14
A violent stomach virus is tearing through the US, and health officials say your standard hygiene habits are not enough to stop it The highly contagious rotavirus is currently spreading across the United States, and health officials are warning that standard hygiene practices alone are not enough to curb the surge. The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant uptick in cases, with the virus reaching its… The Mary Sue · Apr 14
The Independent UK · Apr 14 Nearly half of Americans hold some form of vaccine skepticism, poll finds Only 39% of people in poll said that the science on vaccines ‘is clear and it is damaging to question it’
The Independent UK · Apr 13 Do calories or sugar matter more for maintaining healthy blood sugar? Both high and low levels of blood sugar can leave people at risk for disease and seizures
Bored Panda · Apr 13 “A Darwin Award Contender”: 57 Times People Just Couldn’t Believe Their Eyes At The Gym (New Pics) When you go to the gym, you probably imagine a challenging but fulfilling session with your favorite music, good vibes, and lots of progress toward your physical goals. What you might not expect is laughing so hard that your abs hurt. Some moments in the gym are so bizarre and…
The Guardian - US · Apr 13 Kratom poisonings soar in US as experts blame synthetic versions and caution against bans Experts say natural kratom may offer benefits and blame synthetic derivatives for surge in poisonings noted by CDC
The Guardian - AU · Apr 11 ‘I jumped at it’: Australia’s new CDC chief on trust, misinformation and never being surprised by a health threat Zoe Wainer’s parents started the country’s first public abortion clinic. Now she is making history too, as the inaugural head of the Australian Centre for Disease Control
The Independent UK · Apr 11 Fox News analyst blames low birth rate on teens not having enough kids Age of consent laws vary by state, typically ranging from 16 to 18, with some close-in-age exceptions for teens
International Business Times UK · Apr 10 Trump Nicknamed Himself the 'Fertilisation President' — CDC Has Now Confirmed the Birth Rate Is at a Historic Low on His Watch The US birth rate has reached a historic low, complicating Trump's narrative as the 'fertilisation president.' CDC data reveals a continued decline in fertility rates.
The Guardian - US · Apr 10 Alarm as acting CDC director delays report showing Covid vaccine benefits Study that reportedly found reduction in ER visits and hospitalizations being reviewed by Jay Bhattacharya
The Independent UK · Apr 9 Updated rules for CDC vaccine advisory panel reflect Kennedy skepticism The Trump administration is updating rules for a key vaccine advisory committee in ways that may increase the voices of anti-vaccine activists
The Independent UK · Apr 9 RFK Jr’s CDC is withholding Covid vaccine report showing benefits of jab IN FULL
The Independent UK · Apr 9 RFK Jr’s CDC delays report showing benefits from Covid vaccine, insiders say Stalled publication sparked concerns that information conflicting with Kennedy’s views may be sidelined