Health & Pandemics

The Hidden Risk in 90 Percent of America’s Drinking Water—And How to Reduce It

90% of Americans get their water from public drinking water systems that harbor disinfection byproducts, which are unregulated and understudied.

What to Know About Pending Changes to Vaccines Against COVID-19, Measles

A federal vaccine advisory committee recommended several changes, while postponing a vote on hepatitis B vaccination.
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CDC Advisers Recommend Against Combo Vaccine for Young Children

CDC should stop recommending a specific combination measles shot to young children, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices said on Sept. 18.

Panel May Recommend Hepatitis B Vaccination Be Delayed for Many Children: Document

Committee advising CDC may advise agency to change recommendation that all infants receive a dose of the hepatitis B vaccine shortly after birth.

RFK Jr. Plans to Change Childhood Vaccine Schedule, Ousted CDC Director Says

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to change the immunization schedule for children, Susan Monare, fired director of the CDC testified.

HHS Takes Action to Tackle ‘Vaping Epidemic’ Among American Youth

HHS launched its Youth Vaping Resource Guide to counter the youth vaping epidemic. FDA only approved 39 e-cigarettes for sale in the US.

CDC Advisers to Vote on 3 Vaccines: What to Know

CDC advisers are meeting to consider changes to recommendations for, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, hepatitis B, and COVID-19 vaccines.

RFK Jr. Names New Members to CDC Vaccine Advisory Panel

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. named 5 new members to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, which advises the CDC on vaccines.