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August 10, 2026
National

The administration announced today an executive order that would significantly change childhood vaccine recommendations.

August 5, 2026
National

Today, the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Erica Schwartz, M.D., as the next Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

August 3, 2026
National

Last night, the Senate released the text of its continuing resolution to fund the federal government thru mid-December.

July 30, 2026
National

According to a new American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) survey, 90% of cancer patients and survivors say their cancer or their care and treatment required them to miss hours of work, school or volunteering, with nearly one-third of respondents (32%) continuing to experience disruptions into survivorship.

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