HHS responds to reports CDC will study refuted vaccine, autism link

The Department of Health and Human Services, headed by RFK Jr., is responding to reports that the CDC will begin researching the widely refuted theory that links autism to vaccines.

Nearly 80,000 federal health employees offered buyouts to resign

Nearly 80,000 employees at the Department of Health and Human Services have about a week to decide whether to accept a $25,000 buyout and resign from their jobs.

What is the childhood vaccine schedule? A look at immunizations by age

The immunization schedule protects against 14 potentially serious diseases before a child’s second birthday, as recommended by the CDC.

Which states have the most Medicaid recipients?

The federal program provides health coverage to more than 80 million people in the U.S.

Measles outbreaks: Here's who should get a booster shot

As public health officials monitor a rise in U.S. measles cases, some may be wondering if they need a booster vaccine to protect themselves.

Judge blocks Trump's order on gender transition care for minors

The ruling comes after a lawsuit was filed for families with transgender or nonbinary children claiming they are impacted by the executive order.

Gov. Greg Abbott on the border, school vouchers and betting in Texas

Texas Governor Greg Abbott talked about several issues that are top of mind for Texans, including border security, school vouchers, tariffs and legalizing online betting.

Wisconsin asthma death lawsuit; family sues Walgreens, Optum Rx

A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.

Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?

A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?

States report Medicaid outage amid federal funding drama

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's freeze on federal grants and loans that could total trillions of dollars.

UnitedHealthcare names new CEO following Brian Thompson killing

UnitedHealthcare named Tim Noel as the company's new CEO on Thursday after the former one, Brian Thompson, was killed in Manhattan in December.

FDA approves first-of-its-kind nasal spray to treat depression

Johnson & Johnson's ketamine-derived nasal spray has been approved as a standalone treatment to fight depression. Here's what to know.

Feds target Ozempic, Wegovy for lower Medicare prices

The drugs are part of Medicare's list of medications that are going to be negotiated for lower prices.