The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) is in chaos. The recent overhaul of the committee by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has raised eyebrows and concerns. All 17 previous members were replaced with eight new ones, some of whom have questionable exp
In Washington State, there's a tool called Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). These are like a pause button for folks who might be at risk of harming themselves or others with a gun. The idea is to temporarily take guns away from people who are in a dangerous spot. A recent study looked at how
Trust in health institutions in the US has been dropping, especially among conservatives. But why? Social media might be a big part of the problem. Two big online surveys with over 6, 800 people looked into this. They checked how criticism on social media affects trust in the Agency for Healthcare R
In Paterson, New Jersey, what should have been a joyous celebration turned into a health crisis. During a severe heatwave, two high school graduation ceremonies at Hinchliffe Stadium left over 100 people needing medical help. The first ceremony saw around 50 people treated, with nine needing hospita
Senator Bill Cassidy, a Republican from Louisiana, has changed his mind about Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Cassidy once supported Kennedy for a big job in the health department. But now, he's not happy with Kennedy's choices for a vaccine panel. Cassidy thinks the panel is too small and not scientific eno
Young people in Samoa might be losing their hearing without realizing it. This is not just a local problem. It's a global issue. Almost half of the people between 12 and 35 years old are at risk. This is due to loud noises from music, parties, and even everyday environments. The World Health Organiz
The U. S. might be changing its rules about how much alcohol is okay to drink. Right now, the guidelines say men should have no more than two drinks a day, and women should have just one. But these rules might change soon. Some people think this is a bad idea. They say drinking any alcohol can caus
The US is facing a serious heat wave. A heat dome is pushing temperatures to dangerous levels. This is not just any heat wave. It's one of the strongest in years. Cities from Philadelphia to Boston are feeling the burn. Records are expected to tumble. Some places could see their hottest days in over
Houston's emergency rooms saw a significant shift in patient visits during the power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl. This hurricane struck in the middle of summer, making the situation even more challenging. Understanding how these changes happened is crucial. It can help in planning better respo
In South-East Delhi, a significant number of adults are taking antibiotics without a doctor's prescription. This practice, known as self-medication with antibiotics (SMA), is a major concern. It can lead to antimicrobial resistance (AMR), making treatments less effective and increasing healthcare co
