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US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

RFK Jr. plans to oust 'woke' advisory panel on cancer screenings, preventive health: Sources

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to remove all members of the United States Preventive Services Task Force due to views on their recommendations.
#robert-f-kennedy-jr
SF politics
fromCbsnews
5 months ago

Why RFK Jr.'s top spokesperson abruptly resigned from HHS last week

Thomas Corry, communications official under HHS Secretary Kennedy, resigned after differences in handling a measles outbreak discussion.
SF politics
fromCbsnews
5 months ago

Why RFK Jr.'s top spokesperson abruptly resigned from HHS last week

Thomas Corry, communications official under HHS Secretary Kennedy, resigned after differences in handling a measles outbreak discussion.
more#robert-f-kennedy-jr
Public health
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

RFK Wants To Ban Fluoride From Drinking Water, Even If It Means "A Few More Cavities"

HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy advocates for banning fluoride from public drinking water, emphasizing parental choice and concerns over IQ loss due to fluoride exposure.
US politics
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Federal judge blocks mass layoffs and reorganization plans at HHS

A federal judge blocked HHS mass layoffs and restructuring, citing a lack of rationale and potential devastating consequences for public health services.
#covid-19
more#covid-19
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

RFK Jr. Packs CDC Immunization Board With Anti-Vaxxers, Conspiracy Theorists

HHS Secretary Kennedy replaced CDC's vaccine advisory board members with anti-vaxxers, citing a need to rebuild public confidence in vaccine science.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

The "Science" Behind Trump's Anti-Trans War Is Incredibly Weak

The government's report against gender-affirming care relies on subjective values rather than rigorous scientific evidence.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Lawsuit: DOGE, HHS used "hopelessly error-ridden" data to fire 10,000 workers

HHS terminated 10,000 employees based on flawed personnel records, leading to a class-action lawsuit against federal agencies.
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

Recent MAHA Report Was Found to Contain Fake Medical Studies

The MAHA report's inclusion of multiple non-existent studies raises serious concerns about the credibility and integrity of health reports coming from the Department of Health and Human Services.
US news
#gender-dysphoria
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

HHS Secretary RFK Jr. tells health care providers to disregard treatment protocols for trans people, adhere to report by unnamed authors

fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

HHS Secretary RFK Jr. tells health care providers to disregard treatment protocols for trans people, adhere to report by unnamed authors

SF LGBT
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Disability Advocates Alarmed by HHS Removal of Gender Dysphoria Protections

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services states that gender dysphoria is not protected under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
more#gender-dysphoria
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

RFK Jr. yanks pandemic vaccine funding as Moderna reports positive results

The HHS canceled funding for Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine due to safety concerns and the need for more testing.
#vaccines
Public health
fromArs Technica
5 months ago

RFK Jr. promptly cancels vaccine advisory meeting, pulls flu shot campaign

The meeting of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has been indefinitely postponed amid political tensions.
Public health
fromArs Technica
5 months ago

RFK Jr. promptly cancels vaccine advisory meeting, pulls flu shot campaign

The meeting of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has been indefinitely postponed amid political tensions.
more#vaccines
NYC politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

RFK Jr. stands by deep cuts to health budget during contentious hearings

Kennedy says Musk's DOGE plan influenced spending cuts at HHS, which he supports while also reversing some cuts.
Healthcare
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

RFK Jr. to testify before House, Senate committees amid layoffs, overhaul at HHS

Kennedy will testify on HHS budget impacts and controversial staff cuts, defending the necessity of reducing wasteful spending.
#niosh
more#niosh
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Department of Health and Human Services deletes mental health report on Utah's transgender children

HHS has silently removed reports assessing the mental health of transgender youth in Utah, while maintaining data on cisgender youth, raising concerns about transparency.
SF LGBT
#trump-administration
Healthcare
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

Internal budget document reveals extent of Trump's proposed health cuts

The Trump administration plans significant cuts to federal health programs, proposing a one-third reduction in HHS discretionary spending.
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 months ago

Trump administration freezes many health agency reports and posts, including those from CDC, FDA

The Trump administration paused federal health agency communications until political appointees approve them.
Healthcare
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

Internal budget document reveals extent of Trump's proposed health cuts

The Trump administration plans significant cuts to federal health programs, proposing a one-third reduction in HHS discretionary spending.
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 months ago

Trump administration freezes many health agency reports and posts, including those from CDC, FDA

The Trump administration paused federal health agency communications until political appointees approve them.
more#trump-administration
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Trump yanks Dr. Janette Nesheiwat's nomination for surgeon general - and announces new pick

President Trump opted to nominate Dr. Casey Means as the new US Surgeon General instead of Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, highlighting Means' 'impeccable MAHA credentials.'
US news
fromTruthout
3 months ago

FDA Reverses Course, Rehires Staff Handling Public Records After Mass Layoffs

The layoffs decimated the workforce that processes FOIA requests across FDA centers overseeing vaccines, drugs, tobacco, medical devices, and food, leading to significant operational disruptions.
SF food
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

John Oliver on RFK Jr: A man who is clearly in way over his worm-riddled head'

John Oliver humorously reflects on Pope Francis's death and critiques the detrimental effects of HHS budget cuts under Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
#elon-musk
fromWIRED
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Here's All the Health and Human Services Data DOGE Has Access To

more#elon-musk
fromDatabreaches
3 months ago

Behavioral Health Resources of Washington state updates its data breach disclosure

Behavioral Health Resources reported a data breach affecting 50,083 individuals, although it remains unclear if any data was accessed.
#cybersecurity
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 months ago

HHS Systems Are in Danger of Collapsing, Workers Say

HHS's cybersecurity program faces a risk due to contract expirations and staffing purges that may compromise sensitive data protection.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 months ago

HHS Systems Are in Danger of Collapsing, Workers Say

HHS's cybersecurity program faces a risk due to contract expirations and staffing purges that may compromise sensitive data protection.
more#cybersecurity
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

US: RFK Jr. says there is an 'autism epidemic.' Is it true? DW 04/11/2025

The NIH is fully committed to leaving no stone unturned in confronting this catastrophic epidemic employing only gold-standard, evidence-based science.
Mental health
#layoffs
fromNextgov.com
4 months ago
Healthcare

Uncertainty grips HHS as employees await their fate and leadership is left in the dark: 'It's madness'

Healthcare
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

HHS starts parting with 10,000 workers as RFK Jr.'s overhaul plans come together

The Department of Health and Human Services is undergoing significant layoffs as part of a major restructuring plan.
US news
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

Layoffs begin at U.S. health agencies responsible for research, tracking disease and regulating food

HHS is undergoing a major restructuring resulting in significant layoffs and staff reductions.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

HHS layoffs hit Meals on Wheels and other services for seniors and disabled

The recent layoffs at HHS jeopardize vital aging, disability, and anti-poverty programs.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
4 months ago

Uncertainty grips HHS as employees await their fate and leadership is left in the dark: 'It's madness'

HHS plans to lay off 10,000 employees, creating widespread uncertainty among its workforce.
Healthcare
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

HHS starts parting with 10,000 workers as RFK Jr.'s overhaul plans come together

The Department of Health and Human Services is undergoing significant layoffs as part of a major restructuring plan.
US news
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

Layoffs begin at U.S. health agencies responsible for research, tracking disease and regulating food

HHS is undergoing a major restructuring resulting in significant layoffs and staff reductions.
more#layoffs
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

RFK Jr. Backtracks On Massive Cuts to HHS Just Days After Announcing Them

Reinstatement of cut programs and personnel is planned after acknowledging mistakes in HHS reorganization.
fromtime.com
4 months ago

Exclusive: More than 150 House Democrats Urge HHS to Restore Title X Funds

House Democrats demand reversal of HHS funding freeze on family planning services.
#public-health
fromPoynter
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Stymied by a federal health communications pause, journalists worry about what comes next - Poynter

Public health
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

RFK Jr.'s bloodbath at HHS: Blowback grows as losses become clearer

The HHS workforce will drastically reduce, leading to significant public health challenges.
Critical agencies overseeing public health will face severe staff shortages.
Public health
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Thousands of federal health workers are losing their jobs in the US

The Trump administration's restructuring is significantly downsizing HHS, impacting vital health services and raising concerns about public health risks.
fromPoynter
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Stymied by a federal health communications pause, journalists worry about what comes next - Poynter

more#public-health
#health-policy
Public health
fromTruthout
5 months ago

RFK Jr. Ends 50+ Years of Public Input in HHS Rulemaking Process

HHS policy change removes public input from certain rulemaking processes, raising concerns about harmful impacts without stakeholder engagement.
Public health
fromTruthout
5 months ago

RFK Jr. Ends 50+ Years of Public Input in HHS Rulemaking Process

HHS policy change removes public input from certain rulemaking processes, raising concerns about harmful impacts without stakeholder engagement.
more#health-policy
OMG science
fromWIRED
4 months ago

Doctor Behind Award-Winning Parkinson's Research Among Scientists Purged From NIH

Top NIH scientists were dismissed amidst controversial workforce reductions led by HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr.
#workforce-reduction
fromCbsnews
4 months ago
Healthcare

CDC, NIH and more health agencies brace for layoffs with DOGE and RFK Jr.'s restructuring. Here's what we know.

fromCbsnews
4 months ago
Healthcare

CDC, NIH and more health agencies brace for layoffs with DOGE and RFK Jr.'s restructuring. Here's what we know.

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fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Insiders tell us it's chaos as Tesla's layoff playbook hits another federal agency

Federal job cuts at HHS lead to significant layoffs using badge scans, causing distress among employees.
US news
fromTruthout
4 months ago

HHS Website Removes Advisory Declaring Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis

The HHS website has removed the page declaring gun violence as a public health crisis.
fromThe Verge
5 months ago

Trump administration adds anti-trans notices to restored websites

Per a court order, HHS is required to restore this website as of 11:59 PM on February 11, 2025. The Trump Administration rejects gender ideology and condemns its harms to children and women.
Miscellaneous
fromCbsnews
8 months ago

Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines

The timeline for FDA food recommendations is delayed, likely extending to 2025, risking changes before potential new administration guidelines.
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