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politics-and-health1 month ago•8 min saved

Pedro Molina Cartoon Highlights Health Risks in RFK Jr. Cooking Show

Pedro Molina’s latest cartoon for Daily Kos, titled 'Dangerous to your health,' satirizes the launch of a cooking show by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The visual commentary, published on September 18, 2026, uses the format of a culinary program to critique current public health policies and dietary recommendations under the administration. The piece is categorized under health, food, and healthcare tags, reflecting ongoing debates about the intersection of nutrition, government guidance, and public safety.

via Daily Kos|

#daily-kos #food-safety #pedro-molina

politics-and-health2 months ago

Trump Names Heidi Overton as FDA Commissioner Amid Vaccine and Industry Controversies

President Trump has nominated Heidi Overton, deputy director of the White House Domestic Policy Council, to serve as the next Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner. Overton, a physician and former vice chair of the America First Policy Institute, will replace Marty Makary, who resigned in May. Her nomination follows a period of turmoil at the agency and comes amid significant policy shifts, including an executive order to reduce recommended childhood vaccines. While supporters praise her character, critics and industry analysts warn that her stance on vaccine schedules and lack of direct agency leadership experience could destabilize the FDA and alienate pharmaceutical partners.

via STAT|

#fda #heidi-overton #politics-and-health

politics-and-health1 year ago•6 min saved

Weekly roundup: Healthcare limits, gun laws, and major US updates

The proposed megabill narrowly passed the Senate, aiming to cut nearly $930 billion from Medicaid and healthcare programs over a decade, which could increase the uninsured rate and complicate access to healthcare. It also includes measures to relax gun regulations and restructure the ATF, alongside other legislative and policy changes. The bill's passage faces political challenges and concerns about its impact on healthcare and public safety.

via NPR|

#federal-budget #gun-regulations #healthcare-access

politics-and-health2 years ago•6 min saved

"Arizona's Abortion Ban: Key Updates and Reactions"

Arizona's Supreme Court ruled to enforce a century-old near-total abortion ban, sparking protests and a potential ballot measure to protect abortion rights, while the EPA has set limits on "forever chemicals" in drinking water for the first time, aiming to address health risks. President Biden will meet with Japanese Prime Minister Kishida, but a rift over a steel deal may overshadow the visit. Additionally, new data shows that young adults who started vaping as teens have not quit, with rates increasing among this age group.

via NPR|

#abortion-ban #arizona #biden-kishida-meeting

politics-and-health2 years ago•7 min saved

"Oregon Reverses Drug Decriminalization Law Amid Rising Homelessness and Overdoses"

Oregon, the first state to decriminalize illicit drugs, is now reversing course and reinstating criminal penalties for drug use and possession. While some health advocates argue that Oregon's experience should not discourage other decriminalization efforts, opponents point to a surge in overdose deaths and public drug use as reasons for the reversal. The federal government is also considering reclassifying marijuana, while other states are exploring harm reduction approaches and decriminalization measures for drug possession. Despite Oregon's rollback, advocates remain hopeful that other states will continue to pursue broader decriminalization efforts.

via USA TODAY|

#criminal-penalties #drug-decriminalization #opioid-epidemic

politics-and-health2 years ago•2 min saved

"UK Ministers Weigh Vaping Tax and National Insurance Cuts in Upcoming Budget"

The UK government is considering introducing a new tax on vaping products at the upcoming Budget, in an effort to address concerns about accessibility to young people and non-smokers. The proposed tax would be levied on the liquid in vapes, with higher rates for products containing more nicotine. Additionally, there are plans to increase tobacco duty to ensure vaping remains cheaper. The Treasury estimates that these measures could generate around £500m annually. This comes after recent announcements of a UK-wide ban on disposable vapes and stricter fines for retailers selling vapes to under-18s.

via BBC.com|

#budget #politics-and-health #public-health