Tag: #health

New Findings on Wildfire Smoke and Dementia Risk

Study retraction shifts understanding of wildfire smoke's link to dementia, highlighting vulnerabilities in certain groups.

#wildfires, #dementia, #health, #environment, #climatechange

Texas Declares End to Largest Measles Outbreak Since 2000

Texas ends West Texas measles outbreak, highlighting vaccination importance after 762 cases. Continued vigilance urged amid global spread threats.

#measles, #texas, #vaccination, #outbreak, #health

Activists Urge Trump to Oppose House Bill Limiting Pesticide Regulations

MAHA movement calls on Trump to reject bill provisions limiting EPA's authority on PFAS chemicals, warning of political risks.

#trump, #environment, #pesticide, #health, #epa

FDA Mandates New Opioid Labeling to Address Long-Term Use Risks

FDA orders new safety labels for opioids, highlighting risks of misuse and addiction after extensive data review.

#fda, #opioids, #health, #addiction, #publichealth

Unveiling the Hidden Health Toll of the Los Angeles Wildfires

Study uncovers significant indirect health impacts from January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, highlighting need for comprehensive assessments.

#wildfires, #health, #losangeles, #wildfirehealthimpact

FDA Mandates New Opioid Labels to Highlight Risks of Addiction and Overdose

FDA updates opioid labels to emphasize long-term risks, enhancing public awareness and safety in prescribing practices.

#fda, #opioids, #health, #addiction, #overdose

Record-Breaking Air Quality Alert in Minnesota Due to Canadian Wildfires

Minnesota faces its longest air quality alert, lasting seven days, due to Canadian wildfires, highlighting public health challenges.

#minnesota, #wildfires, #airquality, #health, #canada

Southeastern U.S. Faces Record-Breaking Heat Wave Amid Climate Concerns

Historic heat wave hits Southeastern U.S., prompting health warnings and highlighting climate challenges.

#heatwave, #climatechange, #southeastus, #weather, #health

U.S. Faces Largest Measles Outbreak in Over 30 Years Due to Declining Vaccinations

The U.S. battles its largest measles outbreak in decades, driven by falling vaccination rates, with 1,309 cases reported across 40 states.

#health, #measles, #vaccination, #cdc, #outbreak

U.S. Faces Largest Measles Outbreak in Decades

The U.S. battles its largest measles outbreak in 30 years, with low vaccination rates fueling over 1,300 cases across 39 states and 3 deaths.

#us, #health, #measles, #vaccines, #publichealth

U.S. Faces Largest Measles Outbreak in 30 Years

The U.S. grapples with a severe measles outbreak affecting undervaccinated communities, highlighting the critical need for increased vaccination efforts.

#health, #measles, #vaccination, #us, #cdc

Medical Groups Sue Over COVID-19 Vaccine Removal from CDC Schedules

Leading medical groups sue HHS Secretary Kennedy for removing COVID-19 vaccines from CDC immunization schedules, citing public health risks.

#health, #vaccines, #lawsuit, #publichealth

HHS Implements New Restrictions on Undocumented Immigrants' Access to Federal Programs

U.S. restricts undocumented immigrants from federal health programs, reversing a 1998 policy. Impact expected on public health and immigrant communities.

#politics, #health, #immigration, #uspolicy

HHS Restructuring Plan Sparks Major Controversy: 10,000 Jobs Cut

The HHS announces major overhaul cutting 10,000 jobs to save $1.8 billion, but faces backlash over potential public health risks.

#health, #publichealth, #HHS, #jobcuts, #restructuring

Alarming Decline in U.S. Children's Health Over 17 Years: Study

Study finds significant decline in U.S. children's health over 17 years, urging urgent policy and community action.

#health, #children, #usa, #publichealth, #healthcare