The Trump administration has shut down the HHS regional office in Seattle, impacting public health services for Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska. Lawmakers express outrage over significant layoffs affecting nearly 300 employees.
Dallas County's public health officials are forced to cancel over 50 vaccination clinics due to steep federal funding cuts, raising alarms about a growing measles outbreak in Texas. How will this impact community health?
A measles outbreak in Kansas is rapidly escalating, with cases doubling in just one week. Low vaccination rates in affected counties raise alarming concerns for community health and child safety.
The CDC is withdrawing $11.4 billion in COVID-19 grants, leaving public health departments scrambling. Experts warn this could jeopardize health programs and lead to job losses.
A fourth measles case in New York has prompted Gov. Kathy Hochul to rally community leaders for better vaccination awareness. With alarming vaccination rates, she urges families to protect their children against outbreaks.