The Latest Breaking News from HHS

US health officials exclude measles-related deaths in Pennsylvania from counts

RFK Jr, the health secretary, has suggested the deaths were ‘fabricated’ while the CDC claimed it was reviewing them

The Guardian - US · Aug 31

Deals on Drug Prices, Food Dyes, and Prior Authorization Rest on Promises with No Enforcement Behind Them

Federal deals on food dyes, drug prices and prior authorization are voluntary, with shifting deadlines and no public tracking dashboards.

Medical Daily · Aug 31

Federal Health Agencies Were Among the Targets of a China Linked Hacking Network the FBI Just Shut Down

DOJ and FBI seized platforms used by a China state-sponsored hacking group whose named victims included HHS and the National Institutes of Health.

Medical Daily · Aug 29

US lawmakers question Health Secretary Kennedy on vaccine settlement disclosures

US senators are questioning Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s explanation regarding his financial stake. His recent statements conflict with earlier testimony and ethics filings about Gardasil vaccine litigation. Kennedy previously stated he would transfer his interest in potential Gardasil fees to his son. However, he now claims neither he…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

USDA Launches Harvest to Hallways With Up to $95 Million for School Kitchens and Local Food

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has launched a new initiative aimed at changing both what schools serve students and how cafeterias prepare those meals.

Grocery Coupon Guide · Aug 25

RFK Jr. Raises Eyebrows After Saying 'Interest in Kids' Got Him Trump Admin Job in Viral Clip

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s comments at a school nutrition event sparked online controversy, overshadowing the Trump administration's announcement of new spending to improve school meals across the US.

International Business Times UK · Aug 25

HHS Seeks Public Input on How Federal Vaccine Recommendations Should Be Made

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is asking the public to weigh in on how federal vaccine recommendations are categorized, evaluated and communicated—a...

Saving Advice · Aug 24

'Facially Absurd': Trump Admin Faces Row as Unrepresented 1-Year-Old Faces Deportation

A 1-year-old appeared without legal representation in an Arizona immigration court, highlighting ongoing disputes over unaccompanied migrant children's legal handling amid expired government contracts.

International Business Times UK · Aug 23

Experts raise alarm over Trump’s public consultation on vaccines policy

Asking people to weigh in on adoption of different categories in move that will sow confusion and create access challenges, say experts

The Guardian - US · Aug 21

What Trump’s push for fewer vaccines could mean for US children

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is seeking public comments on vaccine recommendations. This review follows President Donald Trump's directive to examine childhood immunization schedules. The department is exploring new ways to classify and communicate vaccine guidance. Feedback is being gathered on shared decision-making and public trust concerns.…

The Economic Times · Aug 21