Tag: Public health
Impact of Trump Administration Health Research Cuts on Massachusetts
Amidst the bustling streets of Massachusetts, a looming shadow of uncertainty falls upon the biomedical research community. Elected leaders, including Senator Ed Markey, have sounded the alarm on the imminent impact of the Trump...
LISA BLUNT ROCHESTER GRILLS RFK JR. ON CDC INTERIM DIRECTOR NOMINATION
Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester shot off a fiery letter to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., demanding some answers about the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's current leadership situation. She's not too thrilled...
‘Groundbreaking HPV Vaccine Research Unveiled by U.S. Scientists’
Alright, so like, this study done by the National Cancer Institute in Chicago shows that using just one dose of the HPV vaccine could be just as effective as using two doses. And apparently,...
RFK Jr. as HHS Secretary: Scientists’ Opinions and Analysis
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. This decision has sparked controversy, as RFK Jr. is known for being a vaccine skeptic. The...
Ted Kennedy Jr. Criticizes Trump’s Neglect of Public Health
Former President Trump and his campaign team have once again raised concerns about their approach to public health, particularly regarding Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s potential influence on health policies. Ted Kennedy Jr., a member...
The Economic Benefits of Childhood Vaccines
Childhood vaccines have proven to be not only life-saving but also cost-effective for the United States. According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, routine immunizations have prevented 1.1 million...
Enhancing the Chain of Survival: NWSL Lifesavers in New York City
The American Heart Association and the National Women’s Soccer League recently joined forces to provide Hands-Only CPR training to staff at the NWSL headquarters in New York City. This initiative aimed to enhance the...
Bhattacharya Nears Confirmation as NIH Director
Jay Bhattacharya, the nominee for the position of Director of the National Institutes of Health, faced a confirmation hearing on Wednesday that left many questions unanswered. Despite his reluctance to make concrete statements on...
Is the Measles Outbreak in Africa a Global Health Emergency? – WHO Seeks Expert...
The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General announced that he will be seeking advice from independent experts to determine if the growing spread of the mpox virus in Africa should be classified as a global...
Fluoride Debate in the U.S.: Insights from an Indian Dentist
Floriduh, the land of sun, sand, and now, no more fluoride in the water. Yup, you heard it right — Florida just hopped on the ban wagon, becoming the second state to kick fluoride...
NYU School of Global Public Health Wins STAT Madness Vote
In a spirited celebration of scientific discovery, the recent STAT Breakthrough Summit East in Manhattan hosted a unique event that drew parallels to the excitement of March Madness. As basketball enthusiasts eagerly followed tournament...
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices: Former Chairs Reflect
Former Chairs Reflect on the Vital Role of the Advisory Committee on Immunization PracticesAs the recent postponement of a crucial federal advisory committee meeting echoes through the healthcare landscape, concerns arise about the ability...
