Susan Monarez said she came to the job as director of the CDC aligned with Kennedy’s goals of improving America’s health and was open to changing the policies and structures at the agency. But she wasn’t ready to compromise her scientific judgment.| Healthbeat
Health care has proved a vulnerable target for the firehose of cuts and policy changes President Donald Trump ordered in the name of reducing waste and improving efficiency. But most of the impact isn’t as tangible as, say, higher egg prices at the grocery store.| Healthbeat
Screenings for newborns, tests for rabies, and early virus detection are just some of the important functions carried out by public health labs. Here's how federal funding cuts could now hinder that work.| Healthbeat
The resignations and public statements of senior leaders from the CDC signal that the nation’s premier public health agency is now guided by ideology, rather than science. What happens now?| Healthbeat
There are a lot of questions about vaccines this year. Should you still get the flu shot? Here's what to know.| Healthbeat
USAID, the nation’s main foreign aid agency funds Atlanta-based nonprofits like CARE, The Task Force for Global Health, and The Carter Center that work on global health projects. Here's how the threat to cut USAID could largely impact their work.| Healthbeat
While Legionella is common in the environment, most people exposed won’t get sick. But when conditions are right, and vulnerable groups live or work close to sources, exposure can lead to serious illness.| Healthbeat
Federal agencies responsible for spelling out who should get vaccinated aren’t necessarily in sync, issuing seemingly contradictory recommendations. But insurers will likely cover the shots this year. Here's what to know.| Healthbeat
Most of Georgia’s school bus fleet is fueled by diesel, contributing to air and noise pollution. Some districts have started purchasing electric buses using federal funds. The new buses have health and educational benefits for students and can even send power back to the grid.| Healthbeat
Leading pedestrian intervals, or traffic sequences that give pedestrians a head start when crossing intersections, significantly lower the risk of pedestrian injuries, researchers from Columbia University found. Their study analyzed data from more than 6,000 intersections across NYC.| Healthbeat
Native American tribes and organizations are responding to concerns about low measles vaccination rates and patients’ difficulty accessing health care as the disease spreads across the country.| Healthbeat
After firing 17 HIV and sexual health workers in May, Georgia's Fulton County Board of Health plans to fill the open roles. Delays in funding from the CDC apparently prompted the firings, but the money has now arrived. Here's what to know.| Healthbeat
The second Trump administration has said that healthy eating is a priority. But its tax and spending law will make it harder for some people to afford healthy food.| Healthbeat
The U.S.' health emergency response systems may be too labor-intensive, reactive, and vulnerable to error. Dr. Jay Varma breaks down how AI tools can help.| Healthbeat
The Citywide Doula Initiative, which launched in 2022, works with organizations to provide free doula care to residents of underserved communities. A new report shows that the initiative has expanded access to care, though gaps persist.| Healthbeat
AI has improved performance in industries where data are abundant and decisions need to be fast and accurate, such as finance and logistics. Here's why the same tools could help the public health system improve accuracy and act faster.| Healthbeat
Some leading vaccine scientists are calling for more resources to research vaccine safety and support people with claims of injury — and asking Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to step up.| Healthbeat
HIV advocates organize as Trump guts funding. They recall the early days of the HIV movement when grassroots resistance fought and won—new infections dropped by 12% from 2018 to 2022.| Healthbeat
The evidence that vaccines are beneficial remains overwhelming. Vaccines to prevent RSV in people 60 and older are performing admirably. And a Stanford study found vaccination against shingles reduced the risk of dementia.| Healthbeat
Can artificial intelligence save public health? Dr. Jay K. Varma writes about how as threats to health continue to emerge, officials may be able to use AI to practice public health with greater speed, precision, and effectiveness.| Healthbeat
Atlanta HIV prevention advocates plan to hold a town hall meeting Wednesday about the layoff of Fulton County public health staff. Here are the details.| Healthbeat
Fulton County's Board of Health laid off 17 workers without approval from the state. Now senior leaders are on administrative leave. Here's what we know so far.| Healthbeat
