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GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who wavered over confirming RFK Jr., says he's 'lived up' to his promises on vaccines

The Republican physician said he extracted commitments that Kennedy wouldn't sow distrust in vaccines before voting to confirm him.
Image: Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., speaks with committee chairman Senator Bill Cassidy, R-La.,
Image: Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., speaks with committee chairman Senator Bill Cassidy, R-La.,

HHS backtracks on firing hundreds of federal health workers

The health secretary said he brought back 328 employees at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, including those overseeing coal miner and 9/11 screenings.
 Robert F. Kennedy Jr.  gestures while speaking at a hearing.
 Robert F. Kennedy Jr.  gestures while speaking at a hearing.

RFK Jr. and his 'MAHA' agenda make some Republicans nervous as they look to the midterms

President Donald Trump has elevated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his “Make America Healthy Again” agenda. Some Republicans worry it comes at a cost.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr
Robert F. Kennedy Jr

U.S. overdose deaths fell 27% last year but remain above prepandemic levels

All but two states saw declines last year — with some of the biggest in Ohio, West Virginia and other states that have been hard-hit in the nation’s decades-long overdose epidemic.
A member of the Portland Fire and Rescue Community Health Assess & Treat team pushes a patient into an ambulance
A member of the Portland Fire and Rescue Community Health Assess & Treat team pushes a patient into an ambulance
2d ago

NWSL

NWSL

Angel City's Savy King has heart surgery following on-field collapse

Doctors who evaluated King discovered a heart abnormality, and she underwent surgery Tuesday.
Savy King receives medical attention during the NWSL match
Savy King receives medical attention during the NWSL match
3d ago

Heart Health

Heart Health

Why men are more likely to die of 'broken heart syndrome'

The condition is usually brought on by the stress of an event like losing a loved one.
A man sat alone on a bench looking out at the sea
A man sat alone on a bench looking out at the sea

FDA moves to take prescription fluoride drops and tablets for kids off the market

Despite decades of evidence that fluoride prevents cavities, the agency said the best way to keep kids' teeth strong is to stop eating so much sugar.
Food And Drug Administration Headquarters In Maryland
Food And Drug Administration Headquarters In Maryland

'Thicket of red tape' for Medicaid in GOP bill sparks fears of coverage losses

Republicans are rallying around work requirements and stricter eligibility screenings for Medicaid. Doctors and critics warn they could strip away coverage for rightful enrollees.
A person outside in a crowd holds a sign that says "Medicaid cuts will kill"
A person outside in a crowd holds a sign that says "Medicaid cuts will kill"
3d ago

Celtics star Jayson Tatum has surgery for torn Achilles

Tatum suffered the injury during Boston’s Game 4 loss to the New York Knicks on Monday.
Jayson Tatum winces in pain on the ground after being injured against the New York Knicks
Jayson Tatum winces in pain on the ground after being injured against the New York Knicks
3d ago

Politics News

Politics News

RFK Jr. goes swimming with grandchildren in contaminated D.C. creek

The National Park Service has a longstanding warning against swimming or wading in Rock Creek due to "high levels of bacteria and other infectious pathogens."
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks in Washington on April 22, 2025.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks in Washington on April 22, 2025.
4d ago

Yankees infielder leaves game vs. Mariners in ambulance

Cabrera was hurt on an awkward slide when he reached back for home plate and scored on a sacrifice fly.
New York Yankees' Oswaldo Cabrera is taken from the field on a stretcher after injuring his leg.
New York Yankees' Oswaldo Cabrera is taken from the field on a stretcher after injuring his leg.

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