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White House says it’s ‘done’ with vaccines. MAHA begs to differ
As Trump political advisers try to move on from vaccine policy debates, MAHA movement insiders push back, calling RFK Jr. supporters vital to GOP's success.
Pennsylvania researchers, parents help shape autism science as founders of new independent committee
Founders of the new Independent Autism Coordinating Committee say they will act as an alternative body to a federal advisory group under RFK Jr.
How Trump Officials Embraced an Animal Rights Campaign
The Trump administration is curbing animal experiments in response to shifts in public opinion, technological advances, years of animal rights advocacy and the work of a conservative activist.
RFK Jr.’s department is revealing its thoughts about women's health
A conference in Washington this week showcases mainstream and alternative health practices, a teen beauty queen and scientists.
What to know about rotator cuff injuries as RFK Jr. undergoes shoulder surgery
Recovery can be painful and slow, but patients usually get better over time.
How RFK Jr. is dismantling America’s health policies
On this week’s “More To The Story,” anti-vaxxers, an upside-down food pyramid, and the many ways MAHA is transforming public health in the US.
RFK Jr.’s vaccine advisers drop proposal to revisit covid-19 shot
Some members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory panel have publicly questioned the safety and manufacturing of the shots, including raising a debunked theory that DNA contaminants in the vaccines are harmful.
More Kids Are in ERs for Tooth Pain. Trump Cuts and RFK Jr.’s Anti-Fluoride Fight Aren’t Helping.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the covid-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
Newsom's fight with Trump and RFK Jr. on public health
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has positioned himself as a national public health leader by staking out science-backed policies in contrast with the Trump administration.
Newsom Picks a Dogfight With Trump and RFK Jr. on Public Health
Scientists are cheering California Gov. Gavin Newsom as he builds a public health bulwark against health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine stance and President Donald Trump’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Still, federal cuts have sapped morale and left local health departments less prepared for outbreaks.
Trump’s food industry friends are warning him RFK Jr.’s agenda is bad for business
Processed food manufacturers say there's a conflict between the Health secretary’s plans and Trump’s desire to rebuild factory towns.
‘Stand Up for Science’ rally on National Mall targets Trump administration policies, RFK Jr.
RFK Jr. vowed to restore public trust in health. It's not working, a new survey suggests.
Less than 40% of surveyed adults view Health Secretary Kennedy as trustworthy, compared to 86% who have confidence in their own doctors.
Ronnie Eldridge, NY Politician and Aide to RFK and Lindsay, Dies at TK
She was an adviser to Senator Robert F. Kennedy, Mayor John V. Lindsay and Representative Bella S. Abzug before serving on the New York City Council from 1989 to 2001.
Anyone Else Worried About the New Virus That’s Hitting California?
I’m sure RFK Jr. isn’t.
HHS and Education Dept. partner on nutrition curriculum for medical schools
Fifty-three medical schools have agreed to provide at least 40 hours of nutrition education or a competency equivalent starting this fall
Why are Democrats surrendering the issue of healthy food?
Under RFK Jr and the Maha movement, Republicans have claimed the mantle – but their actions are full of contradictions
RFK Jr. Just Called Out Sugary Coffee Drinks—How Much Do They Really Affect Your Health?
RFK Jr. is calling the sugar content of drinks at Dunkin' Donuts and Starbucks into question.
RFK Jr. pushes medical schools to teach more about nutrition
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has argued doctors are undertrained in nutrition, a view held by many physicians.
New American revolution brewing in Boston after RFK Jr. sets health safety sights on Dunkin'
NY health commissioner McDonald battles RFK Jr.'s vaccine skepticism
The state Department of Health reaches its 125th year and pushes back against the vaccine skepticism of U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
How RFK Jr. Is Trying to Revamp Medical School
The health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has tapped into an old debate about how much doctors should know about nutrition. But some of his ideas, and tactics, concern medical experts.
How Kennedy Is Trying to Revamp Medical School
The health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has tapped into an old debate about how much doctors should know about nutrition. But some of his ideas, and tactics, concern medical experts.
How Kennedy Is Trying to Revamp Medical School
The health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has tapped into an old debate about how much doctors should know about nutrition. But some of his ideas, and tactics, concern medical experts.
The global fallout of RFK Jr's vaccine policies
In his role as Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is changing how the United States approaches vaccines. But those changes aren’t limited to the United States. NPR global health correspondent Gabrielle Emanuel joins Short Wave to talk about two examples of how the global public health landscape may be shifting. First, the United States’ ultimatum to an international vaccine group. Second, the uncertain fate of a vaccine trial. Some researchers are calling the trial a “unique” opportunity, and others are calling it “unethical.” Read more of global health correspondent Gabrielle Emanuel’s work here.Interested in more global health? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Scientists create autism panel, citing RFK Jr.’s politicization of research
The scientists launched the independent autism advisory panel to counter what they see as the politicization of research by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Medical journal The Lancet blasts RFK Jr.’s health work as a failure
Kennedy's destruction "might take generations to repair," The Lancet said.
'One year of failure.' The Lancet slams RFK Jr.'s first year as health chief
In a scathing review, the top US medical journal's editorial board warned that the "destruction that Kennedy has wrought in 1 in office might take generations to repair."
DC invites small businesses to be part of the RFK redevelopment project
In an interview with WTOP, Mayor Muriel Bowser said the Commanders agreed that 40% of project spending would be awarded to D.C. companies.
Echoing RFK, Dr. Casey Means softens her social media persona in surgeon general bid
Means once said that birth control had “horrifying health risks” and newborns shouldn’t get hepatitis B vaccines. She adopted a more measured tone at Wednesday's Senate hearing.
RFK Jr. visits Austin ISD to learn about healthy school meals as parents protest
The health and human services secretary visited Cunningham Elementary on Friday, less than two months after his department introduced new dietary guidelines that impact school meals across the country.
RFK Jr. suggests buying liver or ‘cheap cuts’ instead of steak
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Friday suggested people eat liver or “cheap cuts” in response to the high cost of beef. “This is true all over the cou…
Legendary Texas BBQ restaurant in spotlight as RFK Jr touts 'real food' on health tour
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited an iconic Texas BBQ joint, announcing nutrition changes for medical schools and military bases during the trip that included Austin.
RFK Jr. vaccine panel to discuss long COVID, vaccine injuries in next meeting
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or ACIP, is now scheduled to meet on March 18 and 19.
RFK Jr. focuses on food as GOP fears midterm backlash to vaccine agenda
Health chief Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is on tour to tout his MAHA food initiatives and drug pricing over vaccines, an issue GOP pollsters see as a liability.
Hearing for surgeon general pick Casey Means to test MAHA agenda
Casey Means, Trump’s nominee for surgeon general, will face senators asking questions about her medical credentials, stance on vaccines and RFK Jr.’s agenda.
No evidence behind RFK Jr’s claim keto diet can cure schizophrenia, experts say
Health secretary likely referred to Harvard psychiatrist who says he’s ‘never used the word cure in my work’
Trump’s law is crushing the next generation of RFK Jr. disciples
Schools that educate medical contrarians like the health secretary are about to face a massive cut in federal funding.
RFK Jr.’s days of going wild on health may be over
After letting the health secretary have his way in 2025, Trump is reining him in now that it’s an election year.
Contributor: RFK Jr.'s focus on viral nonsense is putting children's lives at risk
The Health secretary released a video of him flexing with Kid Rock, while his reckless decisions have contributed to more than 900 people contracting measles in 2026.
Inside RFK Jr.’s long-running crusade against the flu vaccine
Trump’s health secretary has halted federal flu vaccine promotions, citing personal beliefs about vaccine risks.
Will MAHA turn on Trump? How his executive order feels like 'betrayal'
President Donald Trump called it a matter of national defense. But Make America Healthy Again activists say he broke their trust.
RFK Jr. says keto can 'cure' schizophrenia. Can a diet alleviate mental illness?
The health secretary claimed twice earlier this month that the high-fat, low-carb keto diet can "cure" mental illness. Experts say, "not so fast."
Trump Moves Toward War and Peace
Plus, a Chinese pressure campaign holds up a U.S. arms deal for Taiwan and RFK Jr. again reshuffles his leadership ranks.
Commentary: RFK Jr.'s attacks on vaccines could undermine American science for generations
RFK Jr.'s attacks on vaccines go beyond changing the childhood immunization schedule. Now he's taking aim at vaccine R&D itself.
RFK Jr. pledged more transparency. Here's what the public doesn't know anymore
Health experts say the federal government now shares less public health data, even after Robert F Kennedy Jr. promised “radical transparency.”
One Year of RFK Jr. Has Left Public Health Devastated
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a lot of promises on his way to becoming health secretary. He pledged to Make America Healthy Again, of course, and to restore trust in embattled health agencies. And he said he wouldn’t “take away anybody’s vaccines.”
Checking in on RFK Jr.’s promises, one year later
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RFK Jr. claimed that keto diets cured schizophrenia. Here’s what science says.
Ketogenic diets do show promise for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but the research is preliminary and not backed by randomized controlled trials.
RFK Jr. claimed that keto diets cured schizophrenia. Here’s what science says.
Ketogenic diets do show promise for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but the research is preliminary and not backed by randomized controlled trials.
RFK Jr. targets ultra-processed foods ‘loophole’
Click in for more news from The Hill{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story RFK Jr. targets ultra-processed foods ‘loophole’ In a new “60 Minutes” i…
Health regulators to review safety of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke The safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe.
US health regulators to consider safety status of processed ingredients, RFK Jr. says
The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in remarks that aired on Sunday.
US Health Regulators to Consider Safety Status of Processed Ingredients, RFK Jr. Says
By Michelle Conlin NEW YORK, Feb 15 (Reuters) - The Food and Drug Administration will consider a petition to revoke the safety status of dozens of processed refined carbohydrates unless food companies can prove they are safe and not contributing to health issues and obesity, U.S. Health and ...
Kennedy Promises Action, Though Not Regulation, on Ultraprocessed Foods
The health secretary said the Food and Drug Administration would “act on” a request from a former F.D.A. commissioner to close a loophole on food safety.
RFK Jr.’s allies are trying to free anti-vaccine doctors to speak their minds
They want the Supreme Court to allow physicians to buck the medical establishment when they advise patients and the public.
A year of upheaval: RFK Jr. in Trump's Cabinet
The health secretary turned his agencies toward skepticism of processed food and vaccines, but he’s faced pushback at every turn — including from Republicans.
Health group calls on RFK Jr. to resign after cocaine admission
The Health and Human Services secretary said he snorted “cocaine off toilet seats.”
Health care group wants RFK Jr. to 'resign' after cocaine confession
Protect Our Care, a health care advocacy group, called for RFK Jr. to "resign" after he admitted to snorting "cocaine off toilet seats" in his past.
One year of Health Secretary RFK Jr.
Presented by the Coalition to Strengthen America’s Healthcare{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story One year of Health Secretary RFK Jr. In the year since being confirmed b…
Healthcare group urges RFK Jr to resign after remarks on cocaine and toilet seats
President of Protect Our Care issues one-word statement to US health and human services secretary: ‘Resign’
Major shakeup underway at HHS as White House braces for midterms
Several senior officials are exiting RFK Jr.'s department amid an effort to focus on drug pricing and food issues.
RFK Jr. shakes up top health department staff
Two senior officials, including one who was running the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, are leaving their posts.
White House, RFK Jr. shake up health leadership after controversies
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s health department is undergoing a major leadership overhaul.
Two top aides to RFK Jr. leaving HHS as part of leadership shakeup
Two top aides to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are leaving the US Department of Health and Human Services, according to three people familiar with the moves.
Top aides to RFK Jr. will leave posts
The moves are part of a broader management shakeup at the health department.
How a year of RFK, Jr., has changed American science
After a year of RFK, Jr., heading the Department of Health and Human Services, the “Make America Healthy Again” movement has upended science and medicine
Trump promised RFK Jr. would ‘restore faith in American health care.’ A year in, trust has plummeted
Trust in government health agencies has plummeted, according to health policy and research group KFF, with declines across the political spectrum. And experts told CNN that they fear things could get worse.
What has RFK Jr. done? 7 major moments from his first year as health secretary.
What has RFK Jr. done in his first year as health secretary? We took a look back at some major moments.
RFK Jr. Allies Target States to Overturn Vaccine Mandates for Schools
Proponents of vaccines warn that the efforts will further dismantle the immunization infrastructure and lead to more outbreaks of disease.
RFK Jr. Made Promises in Order To Become Health Secretary. He’s Broken Many of Them.
Before being confirmed to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told U.S. senators he would not cut funding for vaccine research or change the nation’s official vaccine recommendations. He did both.
RFK Jr. made promises to get his job as health secretary. He's broken many of them
In his confirmation hearings, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told U.S. senators that he would not cut funding for vaccine research or change the nation's official vaccine recommendations. He did both.
RFK Jr. shakes up leadership team
The health secretary said Medicare Director Chris Klomp will now oversee all department operations.
RFK Jr. promised to restore trust in US health agencies. One year later, it’s eroding
NEW YORK (AP) — Since Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was sworn in to lead the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services one year ago, he has defended his upending of federal health policy by saying the…
RFK Jr. pledged more transparency. Here’s what the public doesn’t know anymore
Health experts say the federal government now shares less public health data, even after Robert F_ Kennedy Jr_ promised “radical transparency.”.
RFK Jr. promised to restore trust in US health agencies. One year later, it’s eroding
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reshaping U.S. health policy as HHS secretary, and doctors say his changes are eroding trust
RFK Jr. promised to restore trust in US health agencies. One year later, it’s eroding
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reshaping U.S. health policy as HHS secretary, and doctors say his changes are eroding trust.
RFK Jr. promised to restore trust in US health agencies. One year later, it’s eroding
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reshaping U.S. health policy as HHS secretary, and doctors say his changes are eroding trust.
Eyeing the midterms, Kennedy pivots toward food and away from vaccines
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who focused heavily on vaccine policy in 2025, will spend this year talking up healthy eating.
WATCH LIVE: RFK Jr, Rollins share an update to health guidelines
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins speak on the implementation of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
Trump cabinet members watching their diets with RFK Jr.
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District commits 40% of spending for RFK campus development to DC businesses
Mayor Muriel Bowser unveiled her Green Book for this fiscal year.
RFK Jr discusses MAHA movement, Mike Tyson's involvement to advocate for America's health
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joins 'The Sunday Briefing' to detail the MAHA movement's fight against ultra-processed food, the launch of TrumpRx.gov and more.
RFK, Jr. just claimed the keto diet can cure schizophrenia. Here’s what the science says
Preliminary studies suggest that a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet could reduce schizophrenia symptoms in some people, but claiming it’s a cure is misleading, experts say
Congress rebuffs Trump’s $33B in cuts to health, human services
Congress approved the first public health funding bill in Trump's second term. In it, lawmakers largely rejected his proposed spending cuts.
Health department will mine unverified vaccine injury claims with new AI tool
Experts worry it will be used to further Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine agenda.
U.S. Health Secretary Kennedy renews backing for vaccination “freedom of choice”
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stressed his support for parents choose which vaccinations their kids get.
RFK Jr. stops in Nashville, highlights Tennessee’s health policies
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stopped in Nashville Wednesday as a part of his “Take Back Your Health” tour to talk about changes made duri…
RFK Jr. kicks off national tour in Nashville, highlighting food safety, AI in healthcare
Tennessee officials welcomed U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Wednesday to kick off his Take Back America tour and highlight ef
RFK Jr. says he is 'ending the war on protein.' Experts say it doesn't exist.
The new dietary guidelines prioritize protein and whole milk, but experts say the 'war on protein' RFK Jr. has talked about doesn't match reality.
Trump’s environmental rollbacks contradict RFK’s healthy America promise, report finds
Dismantling rules will make children vulnerable to chronic diseases ‘make America healthy again’ wants to eradicate
Democrats just handed RFK Jr. billions more than he asked for. It was a big risk.
Lawmakers rejected huge health cuts President Donald Trump requested. Kennedy’s diverting the funds to pet projects and red states.
RFK Jr.: ‘Fragmented’ addiction treatment system ‘has not worked in this country’
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday touted a new $100 million effort to fight opioid addiction highlighting the country’s “fragmented” system for…
RFK Jr. announces new mental health and addiction initiative
Action for Progress seeks to innovate more efficient and affordable mental health care and addiction treatment
WATCH: RFK Jr. and others launch new addiction and homelessness initiative
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday announced that his department will devote $100 million toward a pilot program addressing homelessness and substance abuse in eight cities, building on an executive order President Donald Trump signed last week related to addiction.
WATCH LIVE: RFK Jr announces initiative to confront mental health, addiction
A bipartisan group of policy leaders will announce the launch of Action for Progress, abipartisan initiative to confront America’s growing mental health and addiction crisis.
Newsom leads resistance to RFK Jr.’s public health upheaval
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) is making California the frontline in the resistance to the Trump administration’s revamped healthcare policies under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr, in what…
RFK Jr. is now a wellness guru for Republicans in Washington
Conservatives in the capital are taking up the health secretary’s advice, eating their vegetables and eschewing pharmaceuticals.