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HHS Chaos: Kennedy’s Misinformation Fuels Public Health Crisis

The American health system is in critical condition, and the leadership at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is only deepening the cri...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

5/30/2025

3 min read

Violet Affleck Challenges Jennifer Garner on Climate Crisis Link to California Wildfires

In a heartfelt essay, Violet Affleck, the 19-year-old daughter of Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck, shared a poignant moment from January’s devastating...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

5/23/2025

3 min read

Top Handwashing Mistakes Fueling Germs and Viruses in America

Handwashing seems simple, but many Americans are getting it wrong, potentially spreading germs and viruses. According to the National Foundation for I...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

5/23/2025

3 min read

AI Unlocks Biological Age Secrets as Flesh-Eating Insects Threaten Health

Advancements in artificial intelligence are reshaping health predictions, with new AI tools now capable of estimating biological age with startling ac...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

5/19/2025

3 min read

Measles Alert: Canadian Traveler Sparks Outbreak Fears in Seattle Area

Public health officials in Washington state are on high alert after a Canadian traveler, diagnosed with measles, visited multiple public spots across ...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

5/19/2025

3 min read

North Dakota’s First Measles Case in Over a Decade Sparks Vaccination Wake-Up Call

North Dakota has confirmed its first measles case since 2011, a stark reminder that even in the heartland, preventable diseases can resurface. The pat...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

5/7/2025

3 min read

New Study Raises Concerns Over Fluoride’s Impact on Pregnant Women and Infants

Fluoride has been a staple in dental care for decades, praised for its role in preventing cavities and tooth decay. However, a recent meta-analysis pu...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

4/18/2025

4 min read

Medical Test Linked to Cancer Sparks Concern Amid Rising Strep Throat Cases

Medical professionals and the public are on high alert after reports linked a common medical test to an increased risk of cancer. The unsettling news ...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

4/18/2025

3 min read

White House Overhauls COVID Website: From Vaccines to Lab Leak Theories

The White House has pulled the plug on its vaccine-centric COVID.gov website, replacing it with a bold new version that spotlights the controversial '...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

4/18/2025

4 min read