Robert F. Kennedy Jr. changes his mind about COVID vaccine
Kennedy announced that the CDC is no longer recommending routine COVID-19 vaccinations for pregnant women and healthy children.
RFK Jr. walks back on deadline for finding cause of autism
Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. had previously said the U.S. would find the cause of autism by September.
What RFK Jr.'s MAHA plan says about weed killers
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. raised concerns about herbicides in a report released Thursday.
Everything new in RFK Jr's MAHA proposal
"The trust issues are quite far-reaching" and impact public perception towards health-based changes across the U.S., a health professor told Newsweek.
What RFK Jr's MAHA plan says about chemicals in food
The Make America Healthy Again Commission report seeks to prioritize whole foods instead of ultra-processed ones.
What RFK Jr's MAHA plan says about childhood vaccines
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. released his MAHA plan on Thursday.
Children's cereals now less healthy than a decade ago: Study
Childhood nutrition plays a critical role in healthy growth, while also helping to establish lifelong eating habits that can cut the risk of chronic diseases.
MAHA influencer slams Trump admin COVID vaccine update—"Really unfortunate"
"Here is a prime example of just how influential Big Pharma still is," MAHA influencer Diana Atieh told Newsweek.
Trump administration issues major COVID vaccine update
Trump admin's new FDA update limits annual COVID shots to high-risk groups, ending routine access for healthy kids and adults.
RFK Is Right—Food Transparency Can Make America Healthy Again | Opinion
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the Food and Drug Administration is phasing out petroleum-based dyes from American foods.
SNAP ban on unhealthy foods nears in Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has asked for Texas SNAP benefit recipients to be prevented from spending them on soda and candy.
Ben & Jerry's co-founder arrested during RFK Jr. testimony
Ben Cohen has previously been arrested for demonstrations supporting press freedom and protesting military policies.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says people shouldn't take 'medical advice from me'
"My opinions about vaccines are irrelevant," the director of national public health said Wednesday during a House Appropriations Committee hearing.
Spasmodic dysphonia: What has RFK Jr. said about his voice condition?
RFK Jr.'s strained voice stems from spasmodic dysphonia, a rare disorder affecting speech but not his cognitive abilities or leadership.
RFK Jr. acknowledges proposed NIH cuts will "hurt": Watch
Kennedy conceded that Trump's proposed cuts to NIH will "hurt" as he was being grilled by Democratic Senator Patty Murray.
RFK Jr. moves to get rid of fluoride supplements for kids: What to know
The U.S. health secretary has railed against the fluoridation of drinking water, referring to fluoride as a "dangerous neurotoxin."
Casey Means and MAHA Remove the 'Public' From Public Health | Opinion
On Wednesday, Donald Trump nominated Casey Means, a holistic doctor and wellness influencer, to be the next U.S. surgeon general.
RFK Jr. swam with grandchildren in DC creek with 'high bacteria levels'
The NPS explicitly prohibits swimming and wading in Rock Creek, citing health risks from elevated E. coli and other pathogens.
Trump admin announces three new food colors: What to know
The move announced on Friday aligns with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" initiative
RFK Jr trashes "absurd attacks" on Casey Means amid MAGA backlash
"The attacks that Casey is unqualified because she left the medical system completely miss the point," the health secretary said.
Why RFK Jr.'s "Do Your Own Research" Advice Is Bad For You | Opinion
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s words imply that families should view physicians and the information they provide with skepticism, even though they are guided by principles that prioritize patients.
Casey Means' inactive medical license comes under scrutiny
While U.S. surgeons general are not required to have active medical licenses, Casey Means' nomination has ignited a debate online.
Who is Casey Means? Trump nominates wellness influencer as Surgeon General
The move to nominate Means comes as Trump withdrew Dr. Janette Nesheiwat's nomination amid growing scrutiny.
RFK Jr. update on autism research involving Medicare, Medicaid members
Researchers will be able to examine datasets to explore patterns, treatment outcomes and potential causes linked to autism.
Who is Vinay Prasad? RFK Jr. taps pharma critic to lead FDA vaccine program
Prasad's appointment marks the latest addition of a medical skeptic and critics of COVID-19 policies to federal health leadership.
RFK Jr says vaccine contains 'aborted fetus debris'
"The MMR vaccine contians a lot of aborted fetus debris and DNA particles," Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said.
Trump officials give SNAP benefits update
SNAP benefits are paid to low- and no-income households across the U.S. that would otherwise struggle to afford groceries.
Low-Income Americans Will Benefit From Trump's Health Care Policy | Opinion
Elon Musk's DOGE is streamlining the Department of Health and Human Services and reducing scandalous fraud and waste in programs like Medicaid.
Doctor responds to RFK claims about autism: "Trying to gaslight the public"
"He has no qualifications to be there at this point. He really doesn't," Rubin told Newsweek.
Thousands sign RFK Jr. "autism registry" petition
A petition starter who has seen signatures rapidly mount labeled the purported government registry plan as "surveillance."