Children's Health - Page 7

November 20

CDC quietly changes vaccine and autism stance after years of controversy

The CDC changed its stance on its vaccines and autism link after the Department of Health and Human Services launched a comprehensive assessment of potential autism causes.

November 20

HHS gold standard study flips ‘gender affirming care’ on its head as Dems keep pushing trans issues at SCOTUS

Department of Health and Human Services report warns of risks from transgender medical procedures for children as Democrats continue supporting such treatments.

November 19

HHS youth gender care report authors defend findings amid backlash from medical organizations, caution risks

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released an update to its report on youth gender dysphoria treatments and found no strong evidence for benefits while citing risks.

November 19

Dad shares fight to save son from transgender 'cult' in new documentary

A father shared his story of resisting medical pressure to transition his son in a new documentary "Identity Crisis," released Wednesday by IW Features.

November 17

University of Michigan faculty votes overwhelmingly for resolution to reverse ban on minor gender procedures

The University of Michigan Faculty Senate voted overwhelmingly for a resolution urging the university medical center to reverse itself and reinstate gender care for minor patients.

November 16

Pop culture embraces smoking as 'cool' again — and Gen Z youth are watching

While teen smoking drops to under 3%, health experts fear pop culture revival could undo progress as 90% of long-term smokers start before age 18.

November 13

Surge in whooping cough cases in southern state prompts health alerts

Texas reports nearly quadruple the whooping cough cases than last year, with over 3,500 infections. Health officials urge vaccination as pertussis spreads statewide.

November 11

Tobacco and nicotine ban sparks backlash from business owners in coastal town

A Bay Area town has passed a comprehensive tobacco sales ban despite small business opposition, with new restrictions on nicotine products taking effect this December.

November 10

Washington State University suspends course examining evidence for gender medicine after activist complaints

WSU medical school suspends gender medicine course after LGBTQ activists file complaints with accreditation body, sparking investigation into their accreditation.

November 9

Experts warn of security risks to America's kids as photos expose those up for adoption

In this Q&A, Ashley Brown, CEO of Selfless Love Foundation, talks about the importance of transforming America's adoption process and protecting the rights of vulnerable children.