Suing the Secretary
American Academy of Pediatrics and others sue the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over vaccine changes Above photo by Heather Hazzan, shot on location at One Medical An anonymous physician is suing Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) because recent unilateral changes […]
Healthy Plates
How the Dietary Guidelines for America come to be and how they stand to impact Americans’ health Fact checked by Ros Lederman Americans have their work cut out for them when it comes to health. The statistics paint a concerning picture, from weight to chronic disease. Diet plays a key role in these patterns, and […]
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HHS cuts public comment periods, sparking concerns over transparency Fact checked by Katie Scarlett Brandt The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has revoked a 50-year-old rule that required public input on key regulatory decisions. The move could significantly alter how healthcare policies are shaped. The Richardson Waiver, in place since 1971, ensured […]
“There’s Just a Lot of Uncertainty”
Ongoing NIH cuts prompt confusion, concern in Chicago medical centers Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro Chicago’s healthcare and research institutions continue to grapple with the effects of the Trump administration’s restrictions on communications, grant review meetings, travel, and hiring. In January, the Trump administration paused all Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) public documents, […]