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Michigan, much of the U.S. in COVID-19 surge

Michigan, much of the U.S. in COVID-19 surge

Michigan and dozens of other states are in the midst of a COVID-19 surge, according to a new map from the Pandemic Mitigation Collaboration.

FDA nominee voices support for vaccines at Senate hearing scrutinizing Trump administration efforts

FDA nominee voices support for vaccines at Senate hearing scrutinizing Trump administration efforts

President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Food and Drug Administration is voicing support for the safety of vaccines

FDA nominee says vaccines are safe despite Trump efforts to overhaul childhood shots

FDA nominee says vaccines are safe despite Trump efforts to overhaul childhood shots

President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Food and Drug Administration is voicing support for the safety of vaccines

Senators question FDA nominee Overton about her views on abortion pill and vaccines

Senators question FDA nominee Overton about her views on abortion pill and vaccines

President Donald Trump’s pick to run the Food and Drug Administration will face questions from Senate lawmakers considering her nomination

HHS Defends mRNA Vaccine Policy Amidst 'Health Freedom' Criticisms

HHS Defends mRNA Vaccine Policy Amidst 'Health Freedom' Criticisms

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is actively defending its stance on mRNA vaccine technology. This defense comes in response to a letter from a group identified as 'health freedom' activists. These activists have criticized Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and President Trump, alleging that they have not adequately addressed what they consider to be top priorities for the MAHA (presumably a health advocacy group). A key demand from these critics is the removal of mRNA vaccines from the market. HHS's defense underscores the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding mRNA vaccine technology, particularly concerning its role in public health policy and its perceived impact on individual freedoms. The situation highlights a divergence in perspectives between government health agencies and certain advocacy groups regarding vaccine mandates and the broader application of mRNA technology.

Florida Times-Union

Florida measles still rising as Trump administration changes reporting

Florida measles still rising as Trump administration changes reporting

Measles cases continue rising in Florida and U.S. as officials dispute how deaths are counted and reported.

Senators to question FDA nominee about her views on abortion pill and vaccines

Senators to question FDA nominee about her views on abortion pill and vaccines

President Donald Trump’s pick to run the Food and Drug Administration will face questions from Senate lawmakers considering her nomination

Senator Maggie Hassan Questions FDA Nominee Heidi Overton on Acetaminophen and Autism Link

Senator Maggie Hassan Questions FDA Nominee Heidi Overton on Acetaminophen and Autism Link

During a Senate committee confirmation hearing, Senator Maggie Hassan, a Democrat from New Hampshire, questioned Dr. Heidi Overton, President Trump's nominee for Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner, regarding the President's claims about a link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism. Senator Hassan specifically asked Dr. Overton if she believed Tylenol causes autism. Dr. Overton responded that she had not seen any causal evidence to support such a link and noted that the Tylenol label recommends pregnant women consult their doctors. When pressed on whether President Trump was incorrect in his assertions, Dr. Overton declined to answer directly. This line of questioning followed concerns raised by other senators, including Senator Bill Cassidy, R-La., and Senator Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., about Dr. Overton's scientific judgment and her willingness to challenge the President on policy decisions, particularly concerning vaccine schedules and the abortion drug mifepristone. Dr. Overton ...

Trump's FDA pick to face vaccine, abortion pill questions at US Senate hearing

Trump's FDA pick to face vaccine, abortion pill questions at US Senate hearing

By Ahmed Aboulenein WASHINGTON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The US Senate health committee will hold a confirmation hearing on Thursday for Heidi Overton, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the embattled FDA, as it also weighs advancing his surgeon general nominee.

Why CDC counts only 1 measles death while Pennsylvania reports 4

Why CDC counts only 1 measles death while Pennsylvania reports 4

The CDC updated its measles data Sept. 23 to reflect one death after a disagreement between RFK Jr. and Gov. Shapiro over Pennsylvania's count.

The Latest: Trump-Xi state dinner expected to include tech titans, sea bass and glitzy diplomacy

The Latest: Trump-Xi state dinner expected to include tech titans, sea bass and glitzy diplomacy

President Donald Trump is hailing the friendship he’s forged with Xi Jinping during the Chinese leader's highly anticipated state visit

Senator Gillibrand Demands Release of Federal Heating Assistance Funding Amid Rising Energy Costs

Senator Gillibrand Demands Release of Federal Heating Assistance Funding Amid Rising Energy Costs

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, D-NY, recently held a virtual press conference to urge the Trump administration to release funding for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This demand comes as New Yorkers face increasing energy costs ahead of the cold winter months. Gillibrand highlighted that the price of crude oil has risen to $100 per barrel, a first since July, which she attributes to President Trump's actions concerning Iran. This increase has driven the average cost of heating oil in New York to $6.14 per gallon, marking a 66% rise from the previous year. Despite Congress appropriating LIHEAP funding in the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027, which allocates an estimated $360 million to New York, the administration has yet to release these funds. Senator Gillibrand has sent a letter to Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., emphasizing the critical need for this financial assistance for low-income households and seniors.