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Concerns Over FDA Leadership and Vaccine Regulation Changes

Tracy Beth Høeg's appointment as acting director of the FDA's Center for Drug Evaluation and Research raises questions about her qualifications and the implications of proposed changes to vaccine regulations in the U.S... read more.

Measles Outbreak in South Carolina

The South Carolina Department of Public Health reports an increase in measles cases linked to a school exposure, with a total of 159 cases statewide and ongoing quarantine measures... read more.

Rising Tetanus Cases Highlight Need for Vaccination Amid Policy Changes

The resurgence of tetanus cases in the U.S. coincides with proposed changes to vaccination policies, including a potential reduction in the vaccine schedule inspired by Denmark's model... read more.

Measles Outbreaks Surge in the U.S.

Measles outbreaks are increasing in South Carolina and along the Utah-Arizona border, with hundreds in quarantine and a national case count approaching 2,000, raising concerns about vaccination rates and public health... read more.

CDC Modifies Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendations for Newborns

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has revised its guidance on hepatitis B vaccinations for newborns, now advising consultation for those born to mothers who test negative for the virus, a significant shift from over three decades of previous recommendations... read more.

Surge in Measles Cases Linked to Low Vaccination Rates in the U.S.

The U.S. is experiencing a significant increase in measles cases, primarily among unvaccinated individuals, with over 1,900 cases reported in 2025, raising concerns about public health and vaccination coverage... read more.

Legal Action Against Army Doctor Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations and Measles Outbreak Raises Public Health Concerns

A lawsuit involving Army Maj. Blaine McGraw highlights serious allegations of sexual misconduct, while a measles outbreak in South Carolina raises alarms about vaccination rates and public health safety... read more.

Surge in Measles Cases Linked to Low Vaccination Rates in the U.S.

The U.S. is experiencing a significant increase in measles cases, primarily among unvaccinated individuals, prompting health officials to call for improved vaccination rates to prevent further outbreaks... read more.

Legal Action Against Army Doctor Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

A lawsuit involving 81 women has been filed against Army Maj. Blaine McGraw, who faces multiple charges of sexual misconduct, including secretly recording patients during examinations. Meanwhile, a measles outbreak in South Carolina has raised significant public health concerns, with over 100 cases reported amid low vaccination rates... read more.

Surge in Measles Cases Raises Alarm Over Vaccination Rates in the U.S.

The U.S. is experiencing a significant resurgence of measles, with South Carolina reporting 111 cases linked to low vaccination rates, raising concerns about public health and the potential loss of measles elimination status... read more.

Projected Increase in Child Mortality Rates Due to Funding Cuts

Child mortality rates for preventable diseases are expected to rise for the first time in 25 years, largely due to significant reductions in global health funding from major donors, including the U.S... read more.

CDC Advisory Committee Revises Hepatitis B Vaccination Guidelines

The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has voted to eliminate the universal recommendation for hepatitis B vaccination at birth, raising concerns among public health experts about potential increases in infections among infants... read more.

EPA Challenges 2024 Soot Regulations; New CDC Deputy Director Raises Health Policy Concerns

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency seeks to overturn 2024 limits on fine particulate matter, while the appointment of Dr. Ralph Abraham at the CDC raises questions about public health policy direction... read more.

EPA Challenges 2024 Soot Standards; New CDC Deputy Director Raises Health Policy Concerns

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is seeking to overturn 2024 limits on particulate matter, while the appointment of Dr. Ralph Abraham at the CDC has sparked concerns regarding public health policy... read more.