Tag: Public health

Childhood Vaccination Rates Decline in Struggling StatesTennessee - In a time when vaccines are crucial to safeguarding public health, a concerning trend is emerging in some states. Childhood vaccination rates are on the decline,...

Jen Fisher Advocates for Childhood Vaccination Amid DeclineJen Fisher, a concerned mother from Franklin, Tennessee, is on a mission to protect her 12-year-old son, Raleigh, who lives with a congenital heart condition that weakens...

KFF Health News journalists have been making waves with their insightful discussions on various health-related topics. From the Department of Health and Human Services to rural PFAS contamination and the bird flu outbreak, these...

Exploring the Impact of Racism and Violence on HealthIn a riveting conversation between KFF Health News Midwest correspondent Cara Anthony and Emily Kwong, host of NPR's podcast "Shortwave," the deep-rooted effects of racism and...

West Virginia's HIV Outbreak and Syringe Exchange ChallengesIn the heart of central Appalachia, Charleston, West Virginia, finds itself at the epicenter of a troubling HIV outbreak primarily among individuals who inject opioids or methamphetamine....

Kennedy's Nomination and the Future of Public HealthRobert F. Kennedy Jr., the nominee for the Department of Health and Human Services, is currently navigating a series of crucial meetings as he seeks to secure...

Global Health Trends to Monitor in 2025As we approach the new year, the global health landscape continues to be fraught with challenges and uncertainties. From the resurgence of H5N1 bird flu to the relentless...

UnitedHealth Group Under Scrutiny Democratic lawmakers are advocating for drastic measures to curb the increasing market dominance of UnitedHealth Group, a move sparked by the targeted killing of the company's insurance business CEO, Brian Thompson....

In a recent publication, journalists shed light on three crucial health topics: Bird Flu, Medicaid work requirements, and reproductive health research. These issues, though diverse, all play a significant role in shaping public health...

Renowned Lawyer's Controversial Claims About Measles Vaccine DebunkedRobert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent commentary on the measles vaccine has sparked a debate among experts and the public, raising concerns about the accuracy of his statements....