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
Six former employees of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have taken legal action against the agency's administrator, Lee Zeldin. They claim their termination was a direct result of speaking out against what they saw as the politicization of science under the Trump administration. These emp
Breanna Cutright, an 18-year-old from Clarksburg, West Virginia, found her purpose through Raze, an anti-tobacco program for youth. When federal funding cuts forced Raze to shut down, she felt lost. The program had given her opportunities, like meeting senators and advocating for tobacco-free school
The CDC recently updated its webpage on autism and vaccines, suggesting a possible link between the two. This change has raised concerns, especially in places like San Diego, where vaccination rates are already dropping and preventable diseases are on the rise. The CDC's new wording is problematic b
Gabapentin is a drug that more and more people are using. It's often prescribed for nerve pain and other conditions. But there's a catch: some people might misuse it. This has led to different states making their own rules about gabapentin. From 2016 to 2024, half of the states and territories in t
Vaccines have been a hot topic for years, especially when it comes to autism. Many parents worry that vaccines might cause autism, but science says otherwise. The truth is, autism is complex, and its causes are not fully understood. However, one thing is clear: vaccines are not the cause. The idea
A group of health experts is debating whether newborns should still receive the hepatitis B vaccine right after birth. This vaccine is special because it's the first one designed to prevent cancer. Currently, health guidelines suggest that all babies get this shot within their first day of life. How
Portland is growing, but its police force isn't keeping up. With fewer officers than in 1993, response times have doubled. This isn't just about numbers; it's about trust. When people call 911, they expect help to arrive quickly. But with only 809 sworn officers, Portland ranks near the bottom among
San Francisco has taken a bold step by suing some of the biggest food companies in the country. The city claims that ultraprocessed foods from giants like Coca-Cola and Nestle are causing serious health problems. The lawsuit names ten companies, including those behind Oreo cookies, Sour Patch Kids,
Cuba is facing a serious health crisis. Mosquitoes are spreading two dangerous viruses: chikungunya and dengue. These viruses have caused 33 deaths since July. Sadly, many of these deaths were young children. The problem started in the western part of Cuba and has now spread everywhere. Chikungunya
