Trump's Pick to Lead CDC Suddenly Withdrawn as He Was on His Way to Confirmation HearingDavid Weldon's CDC nomination was withdrawn en route to his confirmation hearing due to lack of support and controversy over his vaccine views.
As Measles Cases Rise, Experts Fear Spring Break SpreadDeclining vaccination rates are causing a resurgence of measles in the US, with more than 250 cases reported as of March 2025.
C.D.C. Will Investigate Debunked Link Between Vaccines and AutismC.D.C. to revisit vaccines-autism connection while addressing measles outbreak.Skepticism about vaccines reignites amid rising autism diagnoses.Urgency to control measles outbreak highlighted by health officials.
CDC is planning a large study on vaccines and autismCDC planning study into vaccines and autism despite disproven links.Declining vaccination rates contributing to significant measles outbreaks in the U.S.Health Secretary Kennedy's influence raises concerns regarding vaccine safety perceptions.
Upheaval and firings at CDC raise fears about disease outbreak responseThe recent upheaval at CDC raises concerns about U.S. preparedness amidst infectious disease threats.
The Axe Hanging Over America's Disease DetectivesThe public health sector in the U.S. is facing significant workforce reductions, threatening its capability to respond to infectious disease outbreaks.
Trump's Pick to Lead CDC Suddenly Withdrawn as He Was on His Way to Confirmation HearingDavid Weldon's CDC nomination was withdrawn en route to his confirmation hearing due to lack of support and controversy over his vaccine views.
As Measles Cases Rise, Experts Fear Spring Break SpreadDeclining vaccination rates are causing a resurgence of measles in the US, with more than 250 cases reported as of March 2025.
C.D.C. Will Investigate Debunked Link Between Vaccines and AutismC.D.C. to revisit vaccines-autism connection while addressing measles outbreak.Skepticism about vaccines reignites amid rising autism diagnoses.Urgency to control measles outbreak highlighted by health officials.
CDC is planning a large study on vaccines and autismCDC planning study into vaccines and autism despite disproven links.Declining vaccination rates contributing to significant measles outbreaks in the U.S.Health Secretary Kennedy's influence raises concerns regarding vaccine safety perceptions.
Upheaval and firings at CDC raise fears about disease outbreak responseThe recent upheaval at CDC raises concerns about U.S. preparedness amidst infectious disease threats.
The Axe Hanging Over America's Disease DetectivesThe public health sector in the U.S. is facing significant workforce reductions, threatening its capability to respond to infectious disease outbreaks.
Exclusive: NIH to cut grants for COVID research, documents revealNIH and CDC are discontinuing billions in COVID-19 research funding.The cancellation of grants is based on the perception that the pandemic is over.
Inside the C.D.C., a Final Love Letter' Before Mass LayoffsA heartfelt letter from a CDC employee expresses concern, gratitude, and love among colleagues awaiting uncertain job outcomes.
You're Not Imagining It: The Flu Is Really Bad This YearThis winter is marked by the most intense flu season in 15 years in the U.S., according to CDC data.
Exclusive: NIH to cut grants for COVID research, documents revealNIH and CDC are discontinuing billions in COVID-19 research funding.The cancellation of grants is based on the perception that the pandemic is over.
Inside the C.D.C., a Final Love Letter' Before Mass LayoffsA heartfelt letter from a CDC employee expresses concern, gratitude, and love among colleagues awaiting uncertain job outcomes.
You're Not Imagining It: The Flu Is Really Bad This YearThis winter is marked by the most intense flu season in 15 years in the U.S., according to CDC data.
Health agencies lose staff in key areas as Trump firings set inThe Trump administration's layoffs affected hundreds of CDC, NIH, and FDA employees, raising concerns about future staffing and health oversight.
Is Your Agency's FOIA Office Being Shrunk or Cut?Government transparency may be compromised due to cuts in FOIA teams at the CDC and FDA.
RFK Jr. purges CDC and FDA's public records teams, despite "transparency" promisesMassive cuts to FOIA staff at CDC and FDA compromise public access to government information.
The Wall Street Journal Rakes RFK Jr. Over the Coals for Anti-Vaccine Efforts at HHS: Our Worst Fears' Are Coming True'Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces criticism for promoting anti-vaccine rhetoric and questionable hires at the Department of Health and Human Services.
Health agencies lose staff in key areas as Trump firings set inThe Trump administration's layoffs affected hundreds of CDC, NIH, and FDA employees, raising concerns about future staffing and health oversight.
Is Your Agency's FOIA Office Being Shrunk or Cut?Government transparency may be compromised due to cuts in FOIA teams at the CDC and FDA.
RFK Jr. purges CDC and FDA's public records teams, despite "transparency" promisesMassive cuts to FOIA staff at CDC and FDA compromise public access to government information.
The Wall Street Journal Rakes RFK Jr. Over the Coals for Anti-Vaccine Efforts at HHS: Our Worst Fears' Are Coming True'Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces criticism for promoting anti-vaccine rhetoric and questionable hires at the Department of Health and Human Services.
As Measles Continues to Rise, CDC Muffles Vaccine MessagingCDC's recent actions regarding measles outbreaks reflect a troubling shift in public health messaging and strategy in response to vaccine criticism.
A norovirus outbreak hit a luxury Cunard cruise ship, leaving nearly 200 passengers sickA norovirus outbreak on the Queen Mary 2 affected 197 individuals, prompting enhanced health protocols and deep cleaning of the ship.
Trump Yanks Nomination for CDC Director Hours Before Confirmation Hearing - WashingtonianTrump retracts Weldon's CDC nomination over concerns about confirmation votes.
CDC Will Study Possible Link Between Vaccines and Autism, Pledges to 'Leave No Stone Unturned'The CDC is set to study the potential link between vaccines and autism, following Trump's comments on rising autism rates.
Trump Yanks Nomination for CDC Director Hours Before Confirmation Hearing - WashingtonianTrump retracts Weldon's CDC nomination over concerns about confirmation votes.
CDC Will Study Possible Link Between Vaccines and Autism, Pledges to 'Leave No Stone Unturned'The CDC is set to study the potential link between vaccines and autism, following Trump's comments on rising autism rates.
Deadliest phase of fentanyl crisis eases, as all states see recoveryDrug overdose deaths in the U.S. have dramatically decreased, marking a potential turning point in the fentanyl crisis.
Trump's Plan to Lower Egg Prices and a Threat to Bird Flu Vaccines Explained70 confirmed human cases of H5N1 bird flu since April 2024; risk varies by exposure.
Government employees fired by Musk speak: I feel betrayed by my country'Federal employee layoffs highlight the fragility of workers' rights under new administration policies.
Fired CDC Scientists Are Reinstated for NowDozens of reinstated CDC scientists reflect a reversal of a severe federal employee cutback decision.
Government employees fired by Musk speak: I feel betrayed by my country'Federal employee layoffs highlight the fragility of workers' rights under new administration policies.
Fired CDC Scientists Are Reinstated for NowDozens of reinstated CDC scientists reflect a reversal of a severe federal employee cutback decision.
Did Flu Season Spark Brain Complications in Kids?This year's severe flu season may be linked to a rare brain complication in children, prompting investigations by health officials.
Flu shot less effective this season for some kids, CDC report suggestsThis season's flu vaccines are less effective against outpatient visits for kids but remain highly effective against hospitalizations.
Did Flu Season Spark Brain Complications in Kids?This year's severe flu season may be linked to a rare brain complication in children, prompting investigations by health officials.
Flu shot less effective this season for some kids, CDC report suggestsThis season's flu vaccines are less effective against outpatient visits for kids but remain highly effective against hospitalizations.
Chances Are Your Teen Isn't Getting Nearly Enough Sleep, According To A New SurveyA significant decline in sleep among high school students has been observed, with only 23% getting adequate rest in 2023.
Trump administration yanks CDC flu vaccine campaignThe CDC is discontinuing the successful 'Wild to Mild' flu vaccination campaign aimed at encouraging immunization.
Returning CDC remote workforce to make driving around Emory even worseCDC struggles with parking and space issues as it orders employees back to headquarters despite many being productive remotely.