October 01, 2025

Shutdown Showdown: How Long Can Health Services Last?

Federal shutdown suspends some health services, limits National Institutes of Health research, and raises questions about Affordable Care Act subsidies, Medicaid, and public health programs.

KFF Health News

September 29, 2025

Shifts in Influenza Activity 2018 to 2023

Influenza trends and respiratory virus co-infections showed shifts in activity patterns and age-related risks during the COVID-19 pandemic years

The Pathologist

September 24, 2025

Who Holds the Power on Vaccines Now?

Vaccine recommendations face increasing state-level variation following ACIP and CDC changes.

KFF Health News

September 22, 2025

US Measles Cases Hit 30-Year High

New county-level tracker provides twice-weekly measles case updates across US jurisdictions.

Conexiant

September 19, 2025

Vaccine Playbook Rewrite: Who’s In Charge?

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s changes at the CDC are prompting states and medical societies to issue independent vaccine recommendations, challenging long-standing national immunization policy.

KFF Health News

September 12, 2025

FDA Considers Ending Routine Advisory Committees on New Drugs

The FDA move to limit advisory committee involvement in drug approvals has prompted debate on the balance between efficiency and transparency.

KFF Health News

September 11, 2025

Nearly Half of ED Patients Unaware of Vaccines, Survey Shows 

Many emergency department patients report missing recommended vaccines, with influenza, shingles, and RSV most often left incomplete.

Conexiant

September 10, 2025

Medical Societies Challenge Kennedy

"That you can no longer trust the recommendations out of the CDC is just devastating."

Conexiant

September 03, 2025

CDC Leadership Changes May Impact Vaccine Guidance

Leadership changes at the CDC could affect vaccine guidance and public health policy, with potential implications for physicians and patient care.

KFF Health News