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 The latest medical news, analysis and reporting. (Updated periodically) PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders2025 NewsHour Productions LLC. All Rights Reserved. Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • New book by former FDA head explores the science behind GLP-1 weight loss drugs

    New book by former FDA head explores the science behind GLP-1 weight loss drugs
    Jun 29 2025
    According to the CDC, 1 in 5 American adults is living with obesity. In recent years, many have turned to weight loss drugs containing GLP-1, a hormone that slows digestion and helps with sustained weight loss. In a new book, former FDA head Dr. David Kessler advocates for their use, but says they shouldn’t be seen as a quick and easy fix. Ali Rogin speaks with Kessler for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    6 m
  • Former top CDC vaccine expert on why she resigned in protest over firing of advisory panel

    Former top CDC vaccine expert on why she resigned in protest over firing of advisory panel
    Jun 28 2025
    Earlier in June, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired all 17 members of a key vaccine advisory panel and handpicked eight new members, including several who have expressed skepticism about some vaccines. The move prompted the resignation of Dr. Fiona Havers, one of the CDC’s leading vaccine experts. Ali Rogin speaks with Havers about her decision. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    6 m
  • Trump’s former surgeon general raises concerns about vaccine panel overhauled by RFK Jr.

    Trump’s former surgeon general raises concerns about vaccine panel overhauled by RFK Jr.
    Jun 26 2025
    A shift in a key vaccine advisory committee has raised alarms among public health experts. The ACIP routinely makes recommendations to the CDC. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired every prior member of the panel and appointed seven new ones. They just finished a two-day meeting pushing for a new direction. Geoff Bennett discussed more with former Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
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    7 m
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