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‘Gender ideology’ debate hurting basic research on women’s health
David Page’s career in genomics is a testament to his dedication and groundbreaking work in the field. His journey began in 1979 when he became the first student to work…
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Sara Carter, former Fox News journalist, defends qualifications to serve as ‘drug czar’
Sara Carter, President Trump’s nominee for drug czar, at a convention in 2023.Gage Skidmore/Flickr Sara Carter, a former journalist with…
Fear and politics pervade Kennedy’s CDC, former leaders testify
Concerns Rise as Political Interference Impacts CDC’s Mission: Insights from Monarez and Houry Former CDC officials Debra Houry (left) and…
3 key takeaways from the Senate hearing on CDC director’s firing and RFK Jr.’s vaccine agenda
Senate Hearing Unveils Concerns Over Health Secretary's Emphasis on Politics Susan Monarez (right) and Debra Houry testified before the Senate’s…
Trump wants more involuntary commitment. But does the public?
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Federal vaccine adviser says former CDC officials can’t be trusted unless they agree to ‘public debate’
In an unexpected move during a recent meeting, Martin Kulldorff, chair of the vital Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP),…
WHO says 31 of 38 Ebola cases in Congo have resulted in deaths
LAGOS, Nigeria — In a concerning update, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Thursday that the death toll from…
STAT+: Despite fear of retaliation, hundreds of federal workers urge Congress to protect medicine and science
Angus Chen reports on a wide array of issues connected with cancer, including treatments, policy, scientific research, and equitable access.…
STAT+: Key federal vaccine panel debates delay to newborn hepatitis B shot, risking resurgence
The Advisory Panel's Recommendation for Splitting the MMRV Vaccine Doses in Children Under 4 A clinician prepares a hepatitis B…