A pivotal series of decisions in the next few months will determine the shape of U.S. vaccine policy for years to come — and influence American's perceptions of the shots as a public health tool.
Why it matters: Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. came into office promising to restore public trust in vaccines and to scrutinize the medical and pharmaceutical establishment. But his boldest moves have drawn political blowback, along with charges that he's spreading misinformation and debunked theories.
Dads who throw themselves into fatherhood may also be at risk for depression, according to clinical psychologist and "Dad Brain" author Darby Saxbe.
Why it matters: That doesn't mean dads should stand down. Shared caregiving brings major benefits for kids and parents. But it does mean both parents need support.
U.S. health officials are deploying emergency measures against New World screwworm while monitoring other infectious disease risks ahead of the World Cup and America250 celebrations.
Why it matters: Health experts warn existing and proposed federal funding cuts could weaken disease surveillance and outbreak response ahead of major U.S. events.
