Measles Outbreak in Texas Highlights Dangers of Vaccine Hesitancy

Texas grapples with its worst measles outbreak in decades, fueled by vaccine hesitancy and mixed messages from public health officials.

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HHS Layoffs and Restructuring Under Health Secretary Kennedy Spark Concerns

HHS restructuring under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. raises concerns over layoffs and potential impacts on public health data analysis.

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Measles Outbreak in the U.S. Reaches 642 Cases Across 22 States

The U.S. battles a measles outbreak with 642 cases in 22 states, emphasizing the urgent need for vaccination among unvaccinated populations.

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India Braces for Record Heat in April 2025: IMD Warns of Rising Temperatures and Heatwaves

India prepares for April heatwave; IMD warns of potential socio-economic and health impacts. Climate adaptation plans are crucial for the future.

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Federal Judge Blocks Trump's $11 Billion Public Health Cuts

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's plan to cut over $11 billion in public health grants, a decision affecting state health programs nationwide.

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Trump Administration Faces Legal Battle Over $11 Billion Health Funding Cut

The Trump administration's decision to reduce federal health funding by $11 billion has led to mass layoffs at the Department of Health and Human Services and sparked a lawsuit from 23 state attorneys general. The cuts, alongside Dr. Jay Bhattacharya's appointment as NIH director, mark a significant shift in U.S. public health policy.

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