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Children's Health Defense Files Lawsuit Alleging Vaccine Makers Profit from Treatment of Vaccine Injuries

Children's Health Defense Files Lawsuit Alleging Vaccine Makers Profit from Treatment of Vaccine Injuries

Children's Health Defense (CHD) has filed a lawsuit against the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), accusing it of promoting a 'closed-loop' business model that benefits pharmaceutical companies. The lawsuit claims that the AAP violated the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) by misleading American families about the safety of childhood vaccines. The complaint suggests that vaccine manufacturers profit not only from the sale of vaccines but also from drugs used to treat conditions allegedly caused by vaccines, such as autoimmune disorders and allergies. The lawsuit highlights acquisitions by companies like Pfizer and GlaxoSmithKline, which have expanded their portfolios to include treatments for conditions listed as adverse reactions in vaccine package inserts.

Epidemiologist Michael Osterholm Rallies Philanthropy Against Anti-Vaccine Policies at HHS

Epidemiologist Michael Osterholm Rallies Philanthropy Against Anti-Vaccine Policies at HHS

Dr. Michael Osterholm, a prominent epidemiologist, is mobilizing philanthropic support to counteract potential anti-vaccine policies under the leadership of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Osterholm, who has advised multiple U.S. administrations, is concerned about the implications of Kennedy's stance against government vaccine mandates. In response, Osterholm's Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) is launching initiatives to provide science-based information on vaccine safety and efficacy. These efforts are supported by philanthropic contributions, including a $240,000 grant from Christy Walton's Alumbra collective and $3.2 million from the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI). CIDRAP aims to fill gaps left by federal policy changes, focusing on public health alerts and vaccine research.

FDA Eases Rules on 'No Artificial Colors' Claims for Food Products

FDA Eases Rules on 'No Artificial Colors' Claims for Food Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a relaxation of its rules regarding food labeling, allowing companies to claim 'no artificial colors' if their products are free of petroleum-based dyes, even if they contain plant-derived dyes. Previously, such claims were only permissible if no added colors were present. This change is part of a broader initiative to phase out synthetic dyes from the U.S. food supply, a goal set during the Trump administration. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary have expressed that this move will encourage the use of natural colors. The decision has been met with approval from the Consumer Brands Association, though some consumer advocacy groups warn it could mislead consumers about the safety of certain additives.

Toni Ronayne Launches The C Society to Revolutionize Fractional Leadership in Hospitality

Toni Ronayne Launches The C Society to Revolutionize Fractional Leadership in Hospitality

Toni Ronayne Launches The C Society to Revolutionize Fractional Leadership in Hospitality

Gaza Clashes Highlight Unmet War Goals as Hamas Remains Active

Gaza Clashes Highlight Unmet War Goals as Hamas Remains Active

Recent clashes in Gaza have resulted in an IDF officer being seriously wounded, underscoring ongoing tensions with Hamas. Despite Israeli leaders framing these incidents as 'serious violations,' Hamas continues to operate and strengthen in the region. The Israeli government's initial war goals, including dismantling Hamas and demilitarizing Gaza, remain largely unfulfilled. The Rafah crossing has reopened, facilitating the movement of goods and people, contrary to previous promises. A new 'peace committee' involving Qatar and Turkey has emerged, resembling the Palestinian Authority, further complicating the situation.

Companies can now claim 'no artificial colors' if they add plant-based color to food

Companies can now claim 'no artificial colors' if they add plant-based color to food

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is relaxing rules that restrict when food companies can claim their products have no artificial colors

WHO announces restart of preventive cholera vaccinations after nearly 4-year halt

WHO announces restart of preventive cholera vaccinations after nearly 4-year halt

The World Health Organization has announced the restart of preventive cholera vaccination programs globally after they were halted for nearly four years due to a vaccine shortage

The Latest: Vance says US seeks critical minerals trading bloc with allies to counter China

The Latest: Vance says US seeks critical minerals trading bloc with allies to counter China

President Donald Trump’s administration wants to create a critical minerals trading bloc with its allies that will use tariffs to maintain price floors and defend against China’s tactic of flooding the market to undermine any potential competitors

Plastic surgeons group calls for delaying gender-affirming surgery until age 19

Plastic surgeons group calls for delaying gender-affirming surgery until age 19

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is recommending that surgeons delay gender-affirming surgeries until patients turn 19, including chest, genital and facial surgeries

South Carolina measles vaccinations jump in January after major outbreak

South Carolina measles vaccinations jump in January after major outbreak

By Chad Terhune and Julie Steenhuysen SPARTANBURG, South Carolina/CHICAGO, Feb 4 (Reuters) - Measles vaccinations have doubled in recent months in a South Carolina region hit hard by the disease's worst outbreak in the U.S. in more than two decades, but health officials warned that far more

Boar's Head reopens Virginia deli meat plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak

Boar's Head reopens Virginia deli meat plant tied to deadly listeria outbreak

Company and federal officials said the Boar's Head deli meat plant tied to a deadly 2024 listeria food poisoning outbreak is back in business

Study Finds No Link Between COVID Vaccination and Reduced Childbirth Rates

Study Finds No Link Between COVID Vaccination and Reduced Childbirth Rates

A study conducted by researchers at Linköping University in Sweden has found no evidence that COVID-19 vaccinations are linked to a decrease in childbirth rates. The study, published in the journal Communications Medicine, analyzed data from nearly 60,000 women aged 18 to 45 in Region Jönköping County. The researchers compared childbirth and miscarriage rates between vaccinated and unvaccinated women and found no statistically significant differences. This research counters rumors that COVID-19 vaccines impair fertility, which have circulated since the pandemic began. The study suggests that other factors, such as economic concerns and behavioral changes during the pandemic, may have contributed to the observed decrease in childbirth rates.