Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri was a man with a mission. The kind of mission that could make or break someone’s career – in this case, it was Dr. Mehmet Oz’s nomination to lead Medicare and Medicaid. Picture the scene: The Senate Finance Committee on Capitol Hill, where Dr. Oz stood before the senators, including

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (C.D.C.), long hailed as a global beacon of public health, is now facing drastic cutbacks that threaten to reshape the nation’s healthcare landscape. The recent wave of layoffs within the federal health agency has sent shockwaves through the healthcare community, sparking concerns among critics and advocates alike. As

Senate hearings are usually a dull affair, but when Dr. Mehmet Oz faced the Senate Finance Committee last month, sparks flew as Senator Josh Hawley grilled him on his stance regarding transgender care and abortion. Senator Hawley, a prominent Republican from Missouri, had been wary of supporting Dr. Oz’s nomination to head Medicare and Medicaid

Renowned anthropologist Ralph Holloway, a trailblazer in the study of human brain evolution, passed away at the age of 90 in his Manhattan residence on March 12. His groundbreaking work delved into the intricate structures of brains, challenging conventional notions that brain size alone defined human uniqueness. Holloway’s career spanned nearly five decades at Columbia

As I sat down to write this letter, unsure of what the future held, one thing was clear – my deep gratitude for the Division of Violence Prevention. Let me take you on a journey through my experiences and emotions, weaving a tale that showcases the importance of our work in preventing violence. Eight years

Farewell to Gaia, the European spacecraft that spent over a decade unraveling the mysteries of the Milky Way galaxy. Imagine being in space, surrounded by ancient star streams and peering into the secrets hidden within white dwarfs. That was Gaia’s reality for more than ten years as it diligently mapped the stars. The European Space

The Stand Up for Science rally at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington was a powerful display of unity among scientists, researchers, and concerned citizens. Amidst the iconic columns and echoing speeches, a sense of urgency permeated the air. The reason? A storm was brewing in the world of science – one that threatened to shake

The sun was shining bright when Dr. Smith received a call that would change the landscape of dementia prevention. As he leaned back in his leather chair, a large new study popped up on his screen, illuminating the potential connection between getting vaccinated against shingles and reducing the risk of developing dementia. Unveiling Groundbreaking Findings

Federal health workers across the country found themselves in a state of shock and uncertainty as they received unexpected layoff notices on a particularly gloomy Tuesday morning. The Trump administration’s plan to dismiss thousands of employees from various federal health agencies, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug

— Commitment to Safety and Innovation Two NASA astronauts recently shared their unwavering confidence in Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Despite encountering issues during a previous mission, the astronauts expressed their belief in the team’s ability to rectify any challenges. “We’re going to rectify all issues that we encountered. We’re going to fix them. We’re going to