Tribes Question Kennedy’s Promise To Protect Them From Health Cuts
RFK, Jr. Pledged to protect health services for Native Americans from cuts. Tribes question if he meant it.
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Trump NIH Cut Research Grants Even After Judge Blocked the Cuts, Internal Records Show
Trump’s NIH cut research grants even though a judge had already blocked the cuts.
Watch: How the FDA Opens the Door to Risky Chemicals in America’s Food Supply
The FDA’s restraints on chemicals in food ingredients are limited and relatively feeble, especially compared with those in Europe.
During a Past Measles Outbreak, RFK Jr. Dismissed Concern as “Hysteria”
RFK, Jr. called the legitimate concerns of a Measles outbreak “hysteria.” He also pushed debunked science and a conspiracy theory.
Parents Are Receiving Mixed Messages About Measles From RFK Jr.
Medical experts say that while the health secretary is showing more direct support for the measles vaccine following the death of a second unvaccinated child, he’s also sharing information about debunked remedies.
Firings at Federal Health Agencies Decimate Offices That Release Public Records
Expect slow response times after firings at the HHS gutted agencies that handle requests for government records.
Watch: The Dr. Oz Show Comes to Congress
KFF Health’s ‘What the Health?’ podcast crew plays clips of the Dr Oz confirmation hearing to discuss.
‘What the Health?’ Podcast: “The Cutting Continues”
This week’s episode includes a look at RFK Jr’s handling of the Measles outbreak in his new role and other health-related topics in the new administration.
Marty Makary, often wrong as pandemic critic, is poised to lead the FDA he railed against
Marty Makary is set to be confirmed to lead the FDA—an agency he often attacked in his criticism of the government’s handling of COVID.
