A heated debate is happening about the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns. Senator Bill Cassidy, a doctor and Republican leader in Congress, has strong words for the Health and Human Services Department. He thinks they are not following science. The CDC's advisory panel is looking at the vaccine sched
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services made a significant change recently. They picked Kirk Milhoan, a doctor who specializes in children's heart health, to lead a key group. This group gives advice to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines. The group is meeting soon t
In Savannah, a recent round of restaurant inspections showed a mix of top performers and those needing some improvement. Some eateries scored perfectly, while others had a few issues to address. The Georgia Department of Health conducted these inspections between November 19 and November 25, 2025, t
New York City's Health Department is looking to hire outside help to shield its employees from harassment. This comes after a lot of criticism about how they handled the COVID-19 pandemic. The department wants to create new safety rules and train up to 75 staff members. These include leaders, resear
New York City has seen its first human cases of West Nile virus in 2025. Two people from Queens have been affected, and the virus has also been found in blood donations from Brooklyn and Staten Island. However, these donors did not meet the criteria for a confirmed case. The virus is spread by mosq
Big changes are happening at the Department of Health and Human Services. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the head of the department, has said goodbye to two key team members. Heather Flick Melanson, his right-hand person, and Hannah Anderson, who handled policy, are no longer with the team. No one is sayin
The backbone of public health in the United States is under threat. Essential services that keep communities safe are being stripped away. This is not just about losing jobs; it's about losing the ability to prevent diseases, respond to outbreaks, and ensure that everyone has access to basic health
A recent event in New Jersey has raised concerns about measles exposure. A person carrying the virus attended a packed Shakira concert at MetLife Stadium on May 15. This individual, who was not from New Jersey, spent several hours at the venue, potentially exposing thousands to the highly contagious
Measles is making a comeback in the US. Texas is at the center of this health crisis, with 663 confirmed cases as of Tuesday. This is a significant jump from the 646 cases reported just a week earlier. The situation is particularly dire in Gaines County, where 396 cases have been confirmed. The stat
In the public eye, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been trying to change his image. He now leads the Department of Health and Human Services. But behind closed doors, he still spreads the same old doubts about vaccines. The measles outbreak in Texas has been a big test for him. This highly contag
