Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is changing how federal agencies handle vaccine recommendations. Some parents are hurrying to get kids their shots, fearing future changes could limit access.
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Are seed oils actually bad for your health? Here’s the science behind the controversy
Health Secretary RFK Jr. has said vegetable oils, like canola and soybean, are ‘poisoning Americans.’ But many researchers say the evidence isn’t there. So, what does the science say about seed oils?
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Trump administration actions contradict MAHA rhetoric on toxic chemicals
Trump says he backs the MAHA agenda which includes eliminating toxins linked to human health problems. But his administration continues to cuts funds, grants and regulations that support that goal.
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RFK Jr. sent Congress ‘medical disinformation’ to defend COVID vaccine schedule change
A document circulated to members of Congress misinterprets studies and cites debunked research, scientists say. It could influence congressional perceptions of vaccine safety.
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RFK Jr. overhauled the CDC’s vaccine panel. Here’s what it does and why it matters
It plays a big role in deciding which vaccines kids and adults get routinely, what’s covered by insurance and which shots are made available free to low-income kids.
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RFK Jr. boots all members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee
Health Secretary RFK Jr. has removed all 17 members of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. He says replacing them with new members will help restore ‘public trust’ in vaccines.
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RFK Jr. says COVID shots no longer recommended for kids, pregnant women
Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. announced that CDC recommendations for COVID vaccines will no longer include healthy pregnant women and healthy children.
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MAHA Commission report paints a dark picture of U.S. children’s health
The Health Secretary’s report blames environmental toxins, ultraprocessed foods and more for the poor state of kids’ health in the U.S.
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RFK’s plan to phase out synthetic food dyes could face industry pushback
The health secretary announced a push to eliminate petroleum-based colorants from the food supply. But he’ll need to get food companies on board.
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5 takeaways from the week: Nearing a constitutional crisis?
The week was dominated by news about the Maryland man illegally deported to El Salvador. But there was also concern over tariffs and Robert F. Kennedy’s work as Health and Human Services secretary.
