Robert F Kennedy Jr20 hrs agoTrump picks Erica Schwartz as next head of CDCThe CDC had gone months without a permanent director after the last leader was ousted.20 hrs ago22 hrs agoLawmakers clash with RFK Jr as he shifts focus away from vaccinesDuring a three-hour hearing, the US health secretary tried to focus on chronic disease while being pressed on vaccines. 22 hrs ago17 Mar 2026Judge blocks RFK Jr's changes to US childhood vaccine scheduleKennedy had slashed the number of recommended vaccines from 17 to 11, sparking a backlash from health experts. 17 Mar 202627 Feb 2026Target to pull cereals with synthetic colours from its shelvesThe US retailer's announcement follows commitments from several food companies to phase out artificial dyes.27 Feb 202625 Feb 2026Trump's surgeon general pick won't commit outright to vaccines, and other key takeawaysCasey Means was questioned in a confirmation hearing on everything from her stance on the flu shot to her lack of an active medical licence.25 Feb 202630 Jan 2026In this US county, measles starts to feel like next pandemicHealth experts fear a future where measles outbreaks keep taking over towns with low vaccination rates. 30 Jan 202620 Jan 2026Measles cases surge in South Carolina as US risks losing elimination statusState health officials say over 500 people and students in 15 schools are in quarantine after being exposed to the measles. 20 Jan 20267 Jan 2026New US dietary guidelines call for more protein, less processed foodThe changes receive mixed reviews from experts, in particular over concerns some could lead to people eating more saturated fats.7 Jan 20265 Jan 2026US cuts universal childhood vaccine recommendations, including Covid and hepatitisThe overhaul is the latest in a host of sweeping changes made by the Trump administration.5 Jan 2026...
