Health
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RFK Jr. scraps Covid shots for pregnant women, kids
Speed Read The Health Secretary announced a policy change without informing CDC officials
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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'The benefits of such a program go beyond just the data'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Experts are split on the findings in RFK Jr.'s 'MAHA' report
In the Spotlight The HHS secretary's report targeted processed foods and vaccines, among other things
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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China's soaring dementia rates
Under The Radar Government launches action plan after cases in China increase 50% faster than global average
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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New FDA chiefs limit Covid-19 shots to elderly, sick
speed read The FDA set stricter approval standards for booster shots
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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How the care industry came to rely on migrant workers
The Explainer Government crackdown on recruiting workers abroad risks deepening care sector crisis, industry leaders warn
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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A tick-borne illness is making its rounds in new parts of America
Under the radar Babesiosis, spread through blacklegged or deer tick bites, is a growing risk
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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US overdose deaths plunged 27% last year
speed read Drug overdose still 'remains the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18-44,' said the CDC
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Could medics' misgivings spell the end of the assisted dying bill?
Today's Big Question The Royal College of Psychiatrists has identified 'serious concerns' with the landmark bill – and MPs are taking notice
By Abby Wilson Published
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Brazil has a scorpion problem
Under The Radar Venomous arachnids are infesting country's fast-growing cities
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Trump seeks to cut drug prices via executive order
speed read The president's order tells pharmaceutical companies to lower prescription drug prices, but it will likely be thrown out by the courts
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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RFK Jr.: A new plan for sabotaging vaccines
Feature The Health Secretary announced changes to vaccine testing and asks Americans to 'do your own research'
By The Week US Published
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The genetic secrets of South Korea's female free-divers
Under The Radar Unique physiology of 'real-life mermaid' haenyeo women could help treat chronic diseases
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Unraveling autism
Feature RFK Jr. has vowed to find the root cause of the 'autism epidemic' in months. Scientists have doubts.
By The Week US Published
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