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RFK: Autism Claims, “Deep State” Rhetoric, and Distrust in Science

Since taking the reins at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made headlines—though not necessarily the kind public health professionals hoped for. In a series of press events and internal addresses, Kennedy has expressed long-standing views that clash with mainstream science, raising new concerns about the future […]

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News

Public Health News Round Up, April 18, 2028

Obviously, the big news is the leaked HHS budget. We talked about that yesterday, so you can read at that link to catch up. Here’s some things we have coming up for next week. And don’t forget to subscribe. GOP cuts to Medicaid could threaten rural hospitals Southwest Memorial Hospital, a vital component of both […]

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Commentary

How Attacks on Inclusive Science Harm Us All

What happens when politics targets science? A new congressional report lays bare the consequences—and it’s far more than just budget line items or bureaucratic shifts. It’s about silencing entire communities, threatening national security, and stalling our collective progress. In response to a politically motivated document known as the Cruz Report, the House Committee on Science, […]

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Health equity

What Happens When MS Progresses? A Hidden Cost Few See Coming

For many people with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS), this shift is more than symbolic—it’s the moment when independence starts to slip away. What follows isn’t just a physical challenge. It’s a financial and emotional landslide that affects families, health systems, and entire communities. A recent study out of Spain puts hard numbers to that […]

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Analytics

Cancel Culture for Science: Explore the Cuts to U.S. Biomedical Research

As of April 2025, the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) has terminated nearly 800 active research projects. These weren’t failures or frauds—many were top-rated by peer reviewers and were actively making progress on issues such as COVID-19, HIV/AIDS, mental health, and health equity. The reason? Politics. As part of a sweeping realignment of federal […]

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Policy

Leaked HHS Budget Reveals Deep Cuts—Who Will Suffer Most?

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently faced scrutiny after the leak of an internal document detailing extensive budget cuts. This proposal raises critical concerns about the future of public health programs and services nationwide. Here’s a detailed breakdown of where the major cuts lie and the potential impacts these could have […]

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Health tips

Track & Field Beats Yoga for Mental Health

What if your choice of exercise could be the difference between feeling energized or exhausted, upbeat or burned out, healthy or just… hanging on? A new large-scale study from Lithuania tracked over 5,800 adults to find out exactly how different types of physical activity relate to 11 key health indicators—things like stress, depression, sleep, BMI, […]

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Mental health

Why Recovery Housing Deserves a Second Look in the Fight Against Substance Use Disorder

What if your ZIP code mattered as much as your treatment plan? For people recovering from substance use disorder (SUD), the place they call home might be one of the most powerful tools in their journey toward health. A new systematic review reveals that recovery housing—structured, abstinence-based group homes—can do more than just offer a […]

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News

Public Health News Round Up, April 16, 2025

Urgent: Don’t Miss Out—Your Voice Matters! Join thousands of public health leaders driving meaningful change. Subscribe for free and help sustain our self-funded delivery of essential insights every week. 🚨 Act now—share this blog to strengthen our reach and impact! RFK Jr. debuts anti-trans webpage, public guidance at HHS The implications of the Trump administration’s significant […]

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