HEALTH
Why people are so concerned about Trump picking RFK Jr. to lead US public health
| November 15, 2024
Trump’s pick for health secretary wants to increase access to raw milk, remove fluoride from drinking water, and has said that vaccines cause autism and that WiFi causes cancer.
‘MAHA’: What to know about the ‘movement’ gaslighting health and wellness followers in the US
| October 31, 2024
Here’s who RFK’s “health and wellness” political campaign is trying to reach, and why.
Listeria recall grows to 12 million pounds of meat and poultry, some of it sent to US schools
| October 17, 2024
A nationwide recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria has expanded to nearly 12 million pounds. Here's what to know.
Harris proposes plan to have Medicare cover in-home care for seniors, give relief to family caregivers
| October 9, 2024
Under Harris’ plan, Medicare would cover the cost of in-home health care for seniors enrolled in the program, after a medical provider has determined that they are in need of help performing daily tasks. Harris’ proposal would also provide coverage for vision and hearing benefits under Medicare.
Biden sets 10-year deadline for cities to replace lead pipes and make drinking water safer
| October 8, 2024
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A decade after the Flint water crisis raised alarms about the continuing dangers of lead in tap water, President Joe Biden is setting a 10-year deadline for cities across the nation to replace their lead pipes.