The government shutdown is over, and the FDA workforce is back. But as the agency returns to business, experts are raising red flags about a proposed "plausible mechanism pathway" for approvals.

Is coffee good for your heart? New research in JAMA adds to the growing evidence that it is! Patients with Atrial Fibrillation who drank at least a cup a day had a 39% lower risk of recurrence of A-Fib events compared to those who didn't drink any caffeine. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41206802/

That heart monitor belt strapped on almost every woman during labor? Some experts call it the "worst test in medicine". It scares doctors into performing unnecessary C-sections when the baby is actually fine.

A new study reveals a tragic U.S. trend: deaths of young adults (ages 18-64) rose 27% from 2012-2022. The crisis is not evenly distributed. For Black adults, the death rate was 427 per 100,000, compared to 316 for White adults. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...

FDA Commissioner Makary calls removing the menopause hormone warnings "life-changing, life-saving" and the "best way" to improve women's health. But NCHR's Dr. Diana Zuckerman said this "sounds like a PR statement, not a scientific one." www.center4research.org/politico-fda...

The FDA announcement to remove the black box warnings on menopause hormones is making international news. Experts said the announcement is "embarrassing" and "ahead of any consensus." Dr. Adriane Fugh-Berman said this is "not how regulation should happen" and that real risks remain.

Experts warn FDA’s decision to remove the black box warning from menopause hormone “sidestepped its usual public process." NCHR's Dr. Zuckerman said that Commissioner Makary is "undermining the FDA’s credibility."

Why did FDA say let's remove the black box warning on menopause hormones? As NCHR's Dr. Zuckerman said, this panel had major conflicts: "virtually all its members would benefit financially from the black box warning being eliminated."

HHS is removing the black box warning on menopause hormones, calling them "life-changing." But experts, including NCHR's Dr. Diana Zuckerman, tell @gohealio.bsky.social the benefits are being exaggerated.

The FDA made several outrageous claims about hormone therapy that need to be corrected ASAP. The facts are that hormone therapy has serious cancer risks for many women and few benefits. #CancerRisk #HormoneTherapyRisks #FDA #PatientSafety #InformedConsent #WomensHealthAdvocacy

A New York Times investigation found indoor gun ranges pose an overlooked hazard: The enclosed booths can double or triple the blast's effects on the brain. Tests showed some large-caliber rifles exceed the military's safety limit for a single shot.

@NYTimes explains the debate regarding the FDA's decision to remove the black box warnings on hormones for menopause. Despite Dr. Makary's claim, hormones are not a major improvement in women's health since they can cause cancer and stroke. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/10/h...

A rare disease researcher says that Pharma's "patient advocacy" tends to be more show than substance. Millions are spent on "glossy campaigns" that do little to help patients. #BigPharma #PatientAdvocacy #HealthcareEthics #Healthcare #STAT www.statnews.com/2025/11/03/b...

A recall has been issued for over 140,000 bottles of the generic version of Lipitor, atorvastatin calcium. It was made by Alkem Laboratories and distributed by Ascend Laboratories. It doesn't dissolve correctly, so the FDA warns it might not work well.

A new study finds 97% of U.S. public schools have a cell phone policy, but rules vary widely. Over 81% of elementary schools ban use during the school day, compared to only 23% of high schools.

A new study of US veterans found steroid injections for knee arthritis were no more effective than lidocaine. Neither treatment resulted in clinically meaningful improvement Researchers concluded there is "no evidence that corticosteroids are effective in this real-world population."

A Guardian investigation finds "Big Soda" is fighting RFK Jr's "MAHA” health movement, using #MAGA $$$ to fight #MAHA priorities. With GOP-tied pollsters & "anti-woke" influencers, they're working to stop new MAHA-inspired rules against food dyes in schools & soda purchases with SNAP benefits.

New VA policy ends presumptive coverage for male breast cancer, which toxic exposures like Agent Orange can cause. ProPublica reports that newly diagnosed veterans must now prove military service caused breast cancer to get care, due to a misunderstanding about why men can develop breast cancer.

🚨This is an updated health alert!🚨 The FDA has again expanded its recall of ground cinnamon, now totaling 16 brands, due to elevated lead levels. Consumers should check the list of brands and check their pantries, and immediately stop using recalled cinnamon.

A new NYT report shows vaccine skepticism is spreading to veterinary medicine. Over 1 in 5 pet owners now question vaccines, with false claims about “pawtism” gaining traction. Pets can't develop autism but these claims could lead to outbreaks for pets and people.

A new study finds that message-based psychotherapy using texts, emails, and calls is as effective as a weekly video session for depression. Patients did just as well, and fewer dropped out. #MentalHealth #Therapy #DigitalHealth #OnlineTherapy #Telehealth pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41165707/

A new study finds that one long walk is better for your heart than many short walks. Researchers say walking for at least 15 minutes without stopping is ideal for a heart workout. This benefit was seen even in less active adults who walk fewer than 8,000 steps a day. www.bbc.com/news/article...

Experts tell Inside Health Policy why they are concerned about FDA’s new “Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher” program and its fast-track approval standards. NCHR’s Dr. Diana Zuckerman and #MAHA experts agree that speeding reviews could allow unsafe or ineffective drugs on the market.

Feeling stressed? Experts have evidence that you can "reframe" your reaction to painful experiences. This involves shifting your perspective in 2 ways: you can reinterpret the stress by finding a silver lining, or you can distance yourself by asking, "Will this matter in 10 years?"

A new report finds an alarming rise in cancer among young people in the Corn Belt. It raises urgent questions about whether exposure to agricultural chemicals, like pesticides and herbicides, is causing this increase in cancer. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...

A new study shows an unexpected benefit of COVID vaccines for cancer patients. Researchers found that advanced lung and skin cancer patients who received a COVID mRNA vaccine while also getting immunotherapy lived nearly twice as long as those who only got immunotherapy.

Politico reports the FDA may soon revise black box warnings on hormone treatments for menopause. Dr. Diana Zuckerman says the warnings need nuance since risks differ for pills and creams, and by women’s age and health. www.politico.com/newsletters/...

Rubber playground surfaces (also called PIP) for young children can cause cancer, obesity, learning problems, and cancer. An op-ed by our President Dr. Diana Zuckerman, explains they contain lead, PFAS & other hormone-disrupting chemicals.

Rubber playground surfaces (also called PIP) for young children can cause cancer, obesity, learning problems, and cancer. An op-ed by our President Dr. Diana Zuckerman, explains they contain lead, PFAS & other hormone-disrupting chemicals.

22 million Americans are set to lose health insurance subsidies by the end of the year. These subsidies are at the heart of the political standoff that shuttered the federal government on October 1. Will the Senate compromise to restore the credits?

NBC News reports Measles outbreak in AZ/UT (123 cases) is now spreading to populated tourist destinations in the area. This is the nation's 2nd largest measles outbreak this year, after Texas. #Measles #MeaslesOutbreak #Vaccines #VaccinesWork #PublicPolicy #PublicHealth #VaccinesWork

An expensive treatment that is not proven to work? We should all be concerned about microplastics, but we have doubts about the new "detox" industry that is marketing solutions ranging from supplements to $10,000 blood filtration.

New drug prices are skyrocketing. A new report from ICER says the real prices for new medicines (even after discounts) jumped 51% in just two years, far faster than inflation. Most first-time prescriptions for new drugs are rejected by insurance, which reflects doubts about benefits.

Phasing out petroleum-based synthetic dyes seems like a great idea, but natural isn't always safer. Natural dyes can contain pesticides, solvents, & pollution, but they are currently self-certified.

Is the NFL safer than high school football? A new TIME @time.com report suggests yes. The NFL has made major changes to reduce head injuries & concussions are down 17%. But youth, high school & NCAA @ncaa.bsky.social leagues are lagging far behind, showing a "dramatic failure of leadership."

Recent headlines are touting an "84% discount" on IVF drugs. This discount could "save patients up to $2,200 per cycle." This is helpful, but it's a fraction of the "total cost of treatment," which the same article says "can total between $15,000 and $30,000 for one round."

The goal of improving student focus at school is valid, and phone bans are a popular solution. Research suggests that in-school bans may not reduce a student's total daily screen time if usage simply "rebounds" at home. But it can help kids learn more in school.

Unwanted robocalls have jumped 20% in last year, hitting a six-year high. Worrying if an incoming call is from a doctor, an important caller, or a scammer creates real stress and anxiety in our daily lives. These scams are used to steal IDs or $$, and the average loss = $3,690.

#ProteinPowders have lots of problems, not just #lead. Our updated #article shows that #experts have known about unsafe #contamination and unsafe #doses for years. Look at our article if you or someone you know takes protein powder. www.center4research.org/protein-powd...

A new Consumer Reports #study found that most #popular protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead in each serving. Unfortunately, that adds up! Lead is #toxic and builds up in the body over time, increasing risks for #brain, #kidney, and #reproductive damage.

Should we keep changing our clocks 2x/year? According to a new Stanford study, the answer is no. Keeping either daylight saving time or standard time is better than switching twice a year. But the new study suggests that standard time is somewhat better.

Your health habits in your 20s & 30s matter. New research shows that choices you make as young adults have a dramatic impact on your chances of a heart attack & stroke later in life. #HeartHealth #Prevention #Stroke #HeartAttack #HealthyLiving #Health www.healthday.com/health-news/...

A new study finds deaths from accidents linked to drug use are up nearly 60% in 5 years. The presence of drugs in a patient's system can make it much more difficult for doctors to treat traumatic injuries effectively.

Did you know that most people don't take Wegovy long enough to have any real benefits? A study found that most stop taking it within a year and also gain their weight back.

The mass killing at Sandy Hook Elementary School was a tragedy, and Alex Jones told his enormous audience it was a hoax. SCOTUS refused to reverse the $1.4 billion jury verdict against him. His lies caused years of harassment and suffering for the victims' families.

We say new #ColonCancer screening test, #ColoSense, may not be accurate enough to justify automatic #Medicare coverage. ColoSense was not studied on typical #patients, so the #results could make the #screening test seem more accurate than it is.

On Friday, President #Trump proudly announced firing 1000's of #health staff, including the entire staff of the CDC's Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR). Over the weekend, though, it was announced it was an error to fire our nation's alarm system for #diseases and #deaths.

Because of the government #shutdown, #Medicare has stopped payments for virtual #doctor visits. Why can't Congress include healthcare in the #CR? Your #health should not be part of a political fight. #GovernmentShutdown #Telehealth #Healthcare #Congress #Politics www.advisory.com/daily-briefi...

"Product safety is a bipartisan issue." It doesn't matter who you vote for; an unsafe product can harm any child. Consumer Product Safety Commission is bipartisan to make it independent, so it can protect our kids, our families, and our homes. #CPSC #ConsumerSafety www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuHR...

#Sora is a viral #AI app that allows you to upload your face for friends to use in AI-generated #videos. However, without proper #regulation and #consent guidelines, #experts warn this creates significant risks of #bullying and harassment #online. #DeepFake www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...