Tuberculosis cases in the US reach highest level since 2013, according to CDC data
A concerning disease, often referred to as the “white plague,” is reportedly on the rise in the United States following the pandemic, according to health officials. The term tuberculosis (TB) is derived from the pale look of those afflicted by the illness. Experts indicate that tuberculosis cases have used a general upward trend since the […]
A pointless task: Leading CDC advisor and RFK Jr. supporter steps down from vaccine panel
Leadership Shake-Up in Health Advising Amid Legal Challenges The Department of Homeland Security is experiencing a shake-up in its leadership, and another department is now facing challenges as a key health adviser steps down during a prolonged legal dispute. Reportedly, Dr. Robert Malone, previously serving as vice chair of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, […]
White House directs DOT and CDC to reduce $1.5B in progressive, environmental funding for Democratic states
Trump Administration Targets Blue States for Funding Cuts WASHINGTON – The Trump administration is instructing the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to retrieve over $1.5 billion in subsidies from blue states that are seen as endorsing what some officials claim are “woke” or inefficient energy policies, as […]
Norovirus outbreak on Holland America cruise ship affects almost 90 people, CDC confirms
Norovirus Outbreak Confirmed on Cruise Ship The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported an outbreak of norovirus on a cruise ship, marking the first such incident of the year. This outbreak occurred on a Holland America Line cruise that took place from late December to early January and affected around 90 […]
Trump Commends CDC Vaccine Panel for Discontinuing Hep B Vaccine for Infants
Trump Supports Change in Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendations for Newborns President Donald Trump expressed his approval of a recent decision by a federal advisory panel to halt the recommendation for hepatitis B vaccinations for newborns. In a post on Truth Social, he mentioned that the U.S. pediatric vaccine schedule has historically required “72 doses” for […]
Rep. Goldman questions CDC about whether Cuomo’s criticized COVID nursing home policy went against US regulations
Goldman Questions Cuomo’s COVID-19 Nursing Home Directive Congressman Dan Goldman is once again scrutinizing former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s management of the coronavirus pandemic. This comes as Goldman gears up for a potential primary challenge from one of Zoran Mamdani’s allies. The congressman (D-Manhattan/Brooklyn) inquired with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about whether […]
CDC revises its website position on the connection between vaccines and autism following a review
Health Secretary Kennedy retracts Tylenol autism claim Dr. Mark Siegel, Senior Medical Analyst, emphasized the idea that “less is more” regarding medical care for pregnant women. He highlighted the necessity of consulting with an obstetrician before making any medical decisions. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revised its stance on the potential […]
Trump’s firings at the CDC during the shutdown lead to confusion and disappointment: Key points to understand
The recent actions by the Trump administration at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have left officials feeling quite unsettled. A wave of layoffs starting late Friday has impacted over a dozen divisions and centers, including teams that handle infectious disease outbreaks and immunization efforts. It’s a significant blow. But then, in a […]
Vance holds Schumer and the Democrats responsible for the ‘chaos’ of the CDC layoffs.
Vance Blames Democrats for CDC Staffing Cuts Amid Shutdown Vice President Vance has pointed the finger at Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and other “far-left” Senate Democrats for the reversal of staffing cuts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as the government shutdown approaches its second week. Initially, the Trump administration laid […]
Trump dismisses many CDC staff during shutdown layoffs, reports say
CDC Layoffs Amid Government Shutdown On Friday, the Trump administration laid off numerous workers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as the ongoing government shutdown grips Washington. This reduction in staff at a key public health agency follows disruptive changes in leadership and new health guidance updates. Among those terminated were employees […]