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As it happened: RFK Jr hearing focuses on vaccines; Trump Fed pick Miran testifies  Reuters RFK Jr. grilled on health care policies in contentious Senate hearing  CNN RFK Jr.‘s alarming Senate hearing, briefly explained  vox.com 5 Takeaways From RFK Jr.’s Senate Hearing  The New York Times Senators from both parties grilled RFK Jr. on vaccines and more  NPR Source link

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. arrives to testify before the Senate Finance Committee at the Dirksen Senate Office Building on September 4, 2025 in Washington, DC. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Andrew Harnik/Getty Images In a contentious Senate hearing marked by raised voices and heated exchanges, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy …

RFK Jr’s HHS controversies pile uppublished at 14:24 British Summer Time 14:24 BST Madeline HalpertUS Reporter Image source, Getty Images Since taking the helm at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in February, Kennedy has made a number of moves that have alarmed health experts and caused chaos at health agencies. A vaccine sceptic, Kennedy has attempted to …

The state regulatory board unanimously voted to add the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the FDA as competent authorities. Major pharmacy chains like CVS announced last week that it could not administer the new COVID doses in states like Pennsylvania where it was not “legally approved.” But …

The infamous flu season is upon us (though technically, influenza viruses can circulate year-round), which serves as a great reminder to ensure you’re up-to-date on vaccinations. One population that especially needs to be mindful of their vaccination status is older adults.  “When I treat older patients, I like to stress that a proactive vaccination schedule is critical for preventing serious …

On the West Coast, officials in California, Oregon, and Washington sought to shore up vaccine access for residents and announced the formation of a “health alliance” that would set public health policies independent of the federal government. The moves are the latest in a nationwide upheaval over vaccines, related policies, and access. They follow the federal government’s suspended authorization last …

The 6 Most Important Vaccines To Get Right Now if You’re Over 60  AOL.comView Full Coverage on Google News Source link

On Sept. 4, 2025, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is scheduled to testify before the Senate Finance Committee, where he is expected to face questions about his vaccine policies. A few days prior, on Sept. 1, 2025, President Donald Trump demanded pharmaceutical companies to prove that COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work, saying that the CDC was “being …

The governors of California, Oregon and Washington announced on Wednesday the creation of a West Coast Health Alliance aimed at safeguarding access to vaccines, amid growing turmoil at the nation’s top public health agency under the leadership of Robert F Kennedy Jr. In a joint press release, Governors Gavin Newsom of California, Tina Kotek of Oregon, and Bob Ferguson of …

Colorado’s top health official on Wednesday issued an order allowing pharmacists to provide COVID-19 vaccines without a prescription after two major chains announced they would limit the shots in their stores. Dr. Ned Calonge, chief medical officer for the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, issued a “standing order” allowing anyone 6 months or older to receive the updated COVID-19 …