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New Study Finds No Link Between Prenatal COVID Vaccination and Autism

Research provides additional reassurance that COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy does not increase risk of neurodevelopmental issues in children.

Texas AG Backs Doctor Disciplined for Prescribing Ivermectin

Ken Paxton intervenes in lawsuit against Texas Medical Board over reprimand of Dr. Mary Talley Bowden

RFK Jr.'s Promises to Restore Trust in U.S. Health Agencies Faltering

One year after taking over HHS, Kennedy's actions have eroded public confidence, experts warn.

New Research Offers Hope for Tackling Long COVID's Economic Toll

Breakthroughs in understanding the biology of Long COVID could lead to more effective treatments and interventions.

AMA and VIP to Review Vaccine Evidence

The two organizations say they are doing what CDC's ACIP has failed to do.

FDA Official Prasad Faces Allegations Amid Moderna Vaccine Dispute

Vinay Prasad, head of the FDA's biologics division, is accused of misconduct as he rejects Moderna's influenza vaccine application.

HHS Casts Doubts On mRNA Products, Funds Studies On Debunked Theories

The agency refuses to review Moderna's application for an mRNA-based flu vaccine while prioritizing research on unproven ideas.

Wilco's Jeff Tweedy Grapples with Anxiety and Viral Fear

The alt-rock musician's pandemic response reflects the concerns of many anxious Americans, but his stance on censorship raises questions.

AMA to Independently Review Vaccine Safety and Efficacy

Move comes amid federal rollback and erosion of public trust in science

WHO Calls on US to Share COVID-19 Origin Intel

The global health agency urges transparency despite US withdrawal from the organization.

HHS Developing AI Tool to Monitor Vaccine Side Effects

FDA Official Investigated for Alleged Fake Divorce; Texas Issues Guidance on Abortion Law

Moderna's New mRNA Flu Vaccine Rejected by FDA

Agency cites concerns over clinical trial design in 'refusal-to-file' letter to the company.

Bioxytran Reports Positive Phase 2 Results for ProLectin-M Antiviral

Rapid viral clearance demonstrated in 100% of patients by day 7 versus placebo

Trials Begin for Nasal Spray to Reduce COVID-19, Flu Infections

University of Maryland School of Medicine studying new approach to respiratory illness prevention

Wheeling Officials Detect High Levels of COVID-19, RSV, Flu A in Wastewater

Norovirus, Rotavirus, and Human Adenovirus also found in recent testing

FDA Refuses Moderna's Application for New mRNA Flu Vaccine

Moderna says the agency objected to how it conducted a key clinical trial for the vaccine.

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