Hawaii's Department of Health confirmed a new travel-related dengue fever case on Oahu, bringing the state's total to seven in 2025. Six cases are on Oahu, and one on Maui. The latest case is unrelated to earlier April cases. Officials emphasize the risk for those traveling to...
Seven major autism advocacy organizations and numerous partners issued a joint statement urging science-based policies and increased funding for autism research and services. They reject claims that autism is preventable or a disease, emphasizing the importance of respecting autistic individuals' rights and needs. The statement expresses concern over...
Michigan is experiencing its first measles outbreak since 2019, with seven cases confirmed statewide, including three in Montcalm County. Low vaccination rates, particularly among children under three in Montcalm County (nearly 25% unvaccinated), are contributing factors. This outbreak coincides with a nationwide surge in measles cases, exceeding 700...
The CDC is considering a major shift in its COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, moving from yearly boosters for all adults and children over six months to a risk-based approach focusing on vulnerable populations. This potential change, discussed by a CDC panel, could significantly impact pharmaceutical companies' profits. The decision follows...
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a comprehensive study to investigate environmental factors potentially contributing to the rising autism diagnosis rates in the U.S. The CDC recently reported that 1 in 31 children have autism, a significant increase. While experts attribute the rise to expanded definitions and increased...
Eli Lilly announced positive results from a clinical trial of orforglipron, a new daily pill for Type 2 diabetes. The pill demonstrated comparable effectiveness to injectable drugs like Mounjaro and Ozempic in lowering blood sugar and aiding weight loss. In a 40-week trial with 559 participants, orforglipron lowered...
A multistate measles outbreak has surpassed 650 cases, primarily in Texas. Federal funding cuts, including billions in COVID-19 grants and CDC layoffs, are hindering the response. Texas has requested more resources from the CDC, but resource limitations are impacting public health efforts, causing cancellations of immunization clinics and...
A federal medical panel recommended expanding RSV vaccinations to adults aged 50-59 and a new combination meningitis shot for teens. They also endorsed a second chikungunya vaccine for travelers and added a precaution for older adults using a live-virus version. Unusually, the CDC's chief of staff, a former...
Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their Santa Fe home on February 26th. Arakawa died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, linked to rodent exposure, while Hackman's death was attributed to heart disease and Alzheimer's. A health department report revealed significant rodent activity on their property,...
Dr. Kevin Hall, a leading NIH nutrition researcher, unexpectedly retired early, citing censorship of his research on ultra-processed foods. His studies, considered the gold standard, showed links between ultra-processed foods and overeating. Hall's departure is particularly concerning given the new administration's stated commitment to improving national nutrition, and...
