Trump executive order on vaccine schedules: What you need to know
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order aiming to change when children in the U.S. will get their vaccines. The order calls for separating MMR, or the measles, mumps rubella vaccine into three individual shots. The change is coming just before the start of a new school year. FOX 9’s Emily Pofahl has reaction from health experts.
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order aiming to change when children in the U.S. will get their vaccines. The order calls for separating MMR, or the measles, mumps rubella vaccine into three individual shots. The change is coming just before the start of a new school year. FOX 9’s Emily Pofahl has reaction from health experts.
Trump's order on MMR vaccine schedule: Minnesota doctor weighs in
President Trump on Monday signed an executive order that would space out the vaccine schedule for measles, mumps and rubella. Dr. Madeleine Gagnon, interim president of the Minnesota chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, joined FOX 9's All Day on Monday to provide her medical perspective.
President Trump on Monday signed an executive order that would space out the vaccine schedule for measles, mumps and rubella. Dr. Madeleine Gagnon, interim president of the Minnesota chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, joined FOX 9's All Day on Monday to provide her medical perspective.
Trump signs executive order recommending spaced-out childhood vaccines, separate MMR shots
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling for revamped childhood vaccine recommendations that promote his long-held belief that childhood shots should be spaced out into separate medical visits.
President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order calling for revamped childhood vaccine recommendations that promote his long-held belief that childhood shots should be spaced out into separate medical visits.
18 prepared foods under alert as jalapeño Salmonella outbreak sickens 345
Health officials said the recall covers prepared wraps, bowls and salads distributed across 24 states.
Health officials said the recall covers prepared wraps, bowls and salads distributed across 24 states.
Dementia risk factors: Avoiding these 3 things could delay symptoms for years, study finds
A new study has identified three health factors that could delay dementia for up to 13 years.
A new study has identified three health factors that could delay dementia for up to 13 years.
Beachgoers warned after deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria kills 5 in southern state
A potentially deadly "flesh-eating" bacteria has killed five people in Louisiana this year, a sharp rise from the state’s typical death toll.
A potentially deadly "flesh-eating" bacteria has killed five people in Louisiana this year, a sharp rise from the state’s typical death toll.
Minnesota nurse, 91, still teaching and volunteering 69 years after she started
A 91-year-old woman has not stopped working, even after she was forced to retire from nursing after hospital closures.
A 91-year-old woman has not stopped working, even after she was forced to retire from nursing after hospital closures.
Meet the nurse who never stopped working
A 91-year-old woman has not stopped working, even after she was forced to retire from nursing after hospital closures. FOX 9's Symone Woolridge has the story.
A 91-year-old woman has not stopped working, even after she was forced to retire from nursing after hospital closures. FOX 9's Symone Woolridge has the story.
Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus, is spreading again: What to know
Cases of Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus with a reported 30-60% mortality rate in previous studies, are on the rise again in the U.S.
Cases of Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungus with a reported 30-60% mortality rate in previous studies, are on the rise again in the U.S.
Kellogg to remove artificial dyes from cereals
Kellogg announced plans to pull artificial dyes from its cereal as it switches over to alternative ingredients in its brands.
Kellogg announced plans to pull artificial dyes from its cereal as it switches over to alternative ingredients in its brands.
Trump mulls executive order on vaccines and autism: report
The Trump administration is considering an executive order to explore potential links between vaccines and autism, reopening an issue despite years of scientific evidence showing no connection between the two.
The Trump administration is considering an executive order to explore potential links between vaccines and autism, reopening an issue despite years of scientific evidence showing no connection between the two.
Hospital visits rise among frequent marijuana users with severe nausea, vomiting
A growing number of frequent marijuana users in the U.S. are being hospitalized with a condition that causes severe nausea and vomiting, according to a report released Thursday.
A growing number of frequent marijuana users in the U.S. are being hospitalized with a condition that causes severe nausea and vomiting, according to a report released Thursday.
Vaccine could prevent some forms of colon cancer
Scientists are developing new treatments designed to train your immune system to destroy early colon growths long before they can develop into tumors.
Scientists are developing new treatments designed to train your immune system to destroy early colon growths long before they can develop into tumors.
Trump administration moves to decertify Kentucky organ donation group
The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.
The Trump administration said Wednesday it will shut down a Kentucky organ donation group accused of continuing plans for organ retrieval from some patients who unexpectedly showed signs of life.
4 cases of 'rabbit fever' confirmed on Long Island, health department says
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services said it was investigating four cases of tularemia, a tick-borne disease that can spread through small dead animals, like rabbits.
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services said it was investigating four cases of tularemia, a tick-borne disease that can spread through small dead animals, like rabbits.
Sydney Towle, TikTok creator who documented cancer journey, dies at 26
TikTok creator Sydney Towle has died at the age of 26 after battling cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of bile duct cancer.
TikTok creator Sydney Towle has died at the age of 26 after battling cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of bile duct cancer.
Viagra could do more than advertised as study reveals surprising health superpower
Viagra could do more than give men a boost in the bedroom, as new research suggests it may have benefits for cancer patients.
Viagra could do more than give men a boost in the bedroom, as new research suggests it may have benefits for cancer patients.
Roseville Chipotle salmonella lawsuit: Woman seeking damages after hospitalization
Chipotle is being sued by a woman who says she suffered a severe salmonella infection after eating at a Roseville Chipotle.
Chipotle is being sued by a woman who says she suffered a severe salmonella infection after eating at a Roseville Chipotle.
CDC expands iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak to 15 states
Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.
Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce, U.S. health officials said Wednesday.
Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.