The department anticipates that adding Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Metachromatic Leukodystrophy to standard newborn screenings will allow children to have earlier access to therapies and treatments. The Department…
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HHS Secretary Announces Reforms for Transgender Interventions for Minors
The health agency stated, “Sex-rejecting procedures on children… expose them to irreversible damage.” Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., announced reforms on transgender interventions…
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U.S. and U.K. Reach Agreement in Principle on Pharmaceutical Pricing
Economic pact outlines changes to drug pricing, investment commitments, and trade treatment between the two countries. The Department of Commerce, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, and…
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HHS Investigates Elementary School for Vaccination Without Parental Consent
Federal review examines compliance with parental-consent laws, access to minors’ health records, and requirements tied to federally funded health center. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)…
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House Members Introduce Impeachment Articles Against HHS and DOD Heads
The legislators cited misinformation and mishandling of information among the reasons for the impeachment effort. Representative Haley Stevens of Michigan introduced articles of impeachment against Health and Human…
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HHS Announces AI Innovation Initiative for Caregivers
Competitors will be expected to utilize artificial intelligence to help support caregivers of older adults and people with disabilities. The Department of Health and Human Services announced that…
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HHS Releases Review on Medical Risks in Pediatric Gender Dysphoria Treatments
Department report outlines concerns about long-term effects of medical interventions for minors. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently released a peer-reviewed report examining available…
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CDC Updates Website Information on Vaccines and Autism
The health secretary kept the original language with a footnote. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revised its vaccine and autism webpage, footnoting its statement that…
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FDA Places Restrictions on Ingestible Flouride Use
Companies must change their products to meet new standards after decades of unregulated use. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has restricted the use of fluoride-containing ingestible drug products…
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FDA Drafts New Guidance for the Development of Affordable Biosimilar Drugs
The new guidance seeks to lower development costs and improve patient access to safe, effective alternatives to high-cost biologic medicines. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently…
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