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The Latest Breaking News from Health and Human Services

Measles outbreak sends warning for future of infectious disease - Roll Call

A measles outbreak in Texas has spread, spurring concerns about the impact of a drop in vaccine uptake nationwide.

Roll Call · Mar 25, 2025

Trump administration cuts legal help for migrant children traveling alone

The Trump administration is ending a key program providing legal help to migrant children entering the country alone, raising concerns they'll be forced to navigate the complex legal system alone

The Independent UK · Mar 21, 2025

National Institutes of Health officials reportedly told scientists to erase mRNA vaccine references on grants

‘Kennedy’s war on vaccines has started,’ one scientist reportedly warned

The Independent UK · Mar 17, 2025

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RFK Jr Called Out By Democratic Lawmaker For Not Answering Him On Live Broadcast: 'Respond to the Damn Letter'

A Senator used Dr. Oz's confirmation hearing to demand Health and Human Services Secretary RFK Jr. respond to letters he sent regarding the measles outbreak.

Latin Times · Mar 14, 2025

Former CDC nominee goes scorched earth, blaming two Republicans and ‘big Pharma’ for failed bid

Weldon’s nomination to head the CDC was withdrawn just 12 hours before he was supposed to testify to the Senate health committee

The Independent UK · Mar 13, 2025

Oz's ties to insurers may loom over his CMS confirmation hearing - Roll Call

Mehmet Oz will likely face questions during his confirmation hearing about his past support of expanding the Medicare Advantage program.

Roll Call · Mar 13, 2025

RFK Jr Asserts CDC Director Nominee 'Wasn't Ready' As White House Withdraws Selection: Report

The White House withdrew Dave Weldon's nomination to lead the CDC amid concerns over his past anti-vaccine views.

Latin Times · Mar 13, 2025

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Unvaccinated New Mexico resident dies after testing positive for measles

This would be the second death from measles this year. U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has faced criticism for his handling of the outbreak.

The Independent UK · Mar 7, 2025

Steak 'n Shake lines up behind RFK Jr. as it changes how it makes French fries

Shoestring fries are going to taste different from the chain.

Fortune · Mar 3, 2025

What, Exactly, Is Ultraprocessed Food? Nutritionist Marion Nestle Explains

Going deep with molecular biologist, nutritionist, and public health advocate Marion Nestle about how to square ultraprocessed food and our health.

Inverse · Feb 27, 2025

RFK Jr looks less than thrilled to see Trump hawking merchandise in the Oval Office

From the Oval Office, the president advertised new hats that read: ‘TRUMP WAS RIGHT ABOUT EVERYTHING!’

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025

Childhood Vaccine Schedule Revealed as One of RFK Jr.'s Potential Targets With New Children's Health Role: Report

RFK Jr. announced to staff that a newly formed presidential commission will investigate the childhood vaccine schedule as a potential factor in chronic disease.

Latin Times · Feb 20, 2025

Mike Pence Positions Himself As Constructive Force For Conservative Agenda

Former VP Mike Pence engages in constructive criticism and advocacy for conservative values during Trump's second term.

RFK Jr shares bizarre pic with lizard, Russell Brand — and shirtless Dr. Oz

Kennedy was sworn in as Health and Human Services secretary last week

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025

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The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2025

Louisiana Department of Health to end mass vaccine promotion after RFK Jr confirmed

State Surgeon General Ralph Abraham, a former Republican congressman, orders staff not to market innoculations to patients but says they may still be stocked and administered

Latin Times · Feb 13, 2025

RFK Jr. Claimed 'You Can't Trust Medical Advice From Medical Professionals' In Resurfaced Clip Amid Senate Confirmation

The newly appointed secretary of Health and Human Services will oversee a $1.7 trillion budget meant to be used to protect Americans' health.

Latin Times · Feb 13, 2025

McConnell Condemns RFK Jr.'s Confirmation: 'I Will Not Condone The Re-litigation of Proven Cures'

The Republican senator and childhood polio survivor declared 'Mr. Kennedy failed to prove he Is the best' to lead the Department of Health and Human Services

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmed As HHS Secretary By Senate

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. confirmed as Secretary of Health and Human Services, facing scrutiny over vaccine views.

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Al Jazeera · Feb 13, 2025

US Senate confirms Robert F Kennedy Jr as Health and Human Services leader

While Republicans hail RFK Jr’s ‘fresh perspective’, Democrats warn his vaccine scepticism is ‘dangerous’ and ‘wrong’.

Reason · Feb 13, 2025

The War on Bureaucracy

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Sen. Murkowski To Support Robert F Kennedy Jr. For HHS

Senator Murkowski supports Robert F Kennedy Jr. for HHS Secretary based on his commitment to evidence-based vaccine policies.

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2025

Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard, Trump’s controversial pick for director of National Intelligence

Gabbard’s confirmation serves as Trump taking control of the intelligence community that defied him during his first presidency

Latin Times · Feb 11, 2025

Trump's 'Targets Grow Bigger' as Department of Defense, HHS Likely Next in His Crusade: Report

Trump's plan to slash government spending could soon target the Department of Defense and Health and Human Services, according to insiders.

The Guardian - US · Feb 7, 2025

‘Constitutional emergency’: senior US Democrat demands inquiry into Musk’s government blitz

Exclusive: Bobby Scott sounds alarm over ‘void of oversight’ as Doge accesses sensitive data within US agencies

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2025

What was RFK Jr putting in his drink mid-flight?

Internet sleuths believe the substance is methylene blue, a drug used to treat a rare blood disorder

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