Democrats spar with RFK Jr. over health agenda: "People are going to die"

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified in front of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce over the department's 2026 budget.

• Jun 24

Parents weigh vaccine guidance amid confusion

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime vaccine skeptic, removed all 17 members of a committee that issues government recommendations on vaccines. Kennedy said his new panel would restore public trust, but some people are not sure what to believe. Lana Zak went along with a family on their search for answers.

• Jun 23
• 02:53

Makary on removing artificial dyes from food

One of the country's biggest food manufacturers is getting on board with Health Secretary RFK Jr.'s plans to stop the industry from using synthetic dyes. FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

• Jun 18
• 05:51

Kraft Heinz to remove artificial dyes from products sold in U.S.

Kraft Heinz said it will remove artificial dyes from its U.S. products by end of 2027 and stop making new products that contain the dyes.

• Jun 17

CDC official overseeing COVID hospitalization data resigns in protest

Dr. Fiona Havers' resignation follows RFK Jr.'s orders to change the CDC's vaccine recommendations.

• Jun 16

RFK Jr. taps allies, COVID vaccine critics for CDC advisory panel

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired the previous roster of the CDC's vaccine advisers on Monday.

• Jun 12

Who did RFK Jr. pick for CDC vaccine panel?

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has announced eight new advisers to serve on the CDC's vaccine recommendation panel after firing all 17 sitting members earlier this week. CBS News health reporter Alex Tin has the details.

• Jun 12
• 02:20

RFK Jr. taps allies, skeptics for CDC panel

One day after he fired the Centers for Disease Control's 17-person vaccine recommendation panel, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced several replacements. The eight new members include the secretary's allies, several of whom have records of vaccine skepticism and spreading misinformation.

• Jun 11
• 01:11

CDC purges career officials from oversight of vaccine committee

News of their removal comes after the firing of the CDC's outside vaccine advisers.

• Jun 11

RFK Jr. removes every member of CDC vaccine advisory committee

The Health and Human Services secretary said he is "retiring" all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, which helps set recommendations for vaccines.

• Jun 10

Ex-CDC director reacts to RFK Jr.'s vaccine moves

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., is dismissing the entire 17-member panel of experts that advises the Centers for Disease Control on vaccine use. Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to Dr. Tom Frieden, who led the CDC from 2009 to 2017.

• Jun 10
• 02:33

HHS budget proposal eliminates CDC centers in favor of new "MAHA" agency

The proposed budget for the Department of Health and Human Services slashes CDC and NIH funding in favor of the new Administration for a Healthy America.

• Jun 10

Impact of removing CDC advisory members

For decades, the CDC has enlisted a team to review vaccine safety and effectiveness, as well as recommend who should receive them. On Monday, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. let go of all 17 members of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices, alleging conflicts of interest among committee members in an opinion piece for the Wall Street Journal. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains the potential impact.

• Jun 10
• 05:14

RFK Jr. guts vaccine advisory committee

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. removed all 17 members of a committee that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on vaccines. He wrote about the decision in an opinion piece for the Wall Street Journal. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim has more.

• Jun 10
• 02:23

Study probes risks of teen skin care routines

Elaborate skin care routines among teenagers on TikTok might look like a harmless trend at first glance, but could this habit be something more dangerous? CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joins to discuss.

• Jun 9
• 03:41

Every member of CDC vaccine advisory panel removed

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced he is replacing the entire independent committee that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccine usage, claiming members had too many outside conflicts. Dr. Celine Gounder joins to discuss.

• Jun 9
• 03:29

FDA to review abortion pill mifepristone for safety. Here's what to know.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asked the FDA "to review the latest data on mifepristone​," but experts say concerns about the abortion pill's safety are misguided.

• Jun 5

Pentagon reviewing books as part of DEI purge

The Defense Department is reviewing more than 500 books available to students in DoD-run K-12 schools to see if they conform to President Trump's efforts to remove all traces of diversity, equity and inclusion from the federal government. CBS News' Eleanor Watson, Alex Tin and Olivia Rinaldi join with the latest.

• Jun 4
• 07:28

Study on fluoride removal's effects

New research suggests that removing fluoride from America's public water systems would increase tooth decay in children and costs for dental care. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., says the mineral is linked to health issues. Dr. Lisa Simon, a co-author of the study, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the findings.

• Jun 3
• 03:19

Native Americans hurt by federal health cuts, despite RFK Jr.'s promises

The Indian Health Service was mostly spared in the federal government's widespread staffing cuts, but tribal governments and organizations have lost funding elsewhere.

• Jun 2

Leavitt: "MAHA" report had "formatting issues"

The Trump administration has scrambled to address a NOTUS article that found its "MAHA" commission report misinterpreted several studies and cited others that do not exist. Alex Tin, CBS News health reporter, and Dr. Céline Gounder, CBS News medical contributor, join with analysis.

• May 30
• 07:43

White House to update flawed RFK Jr. "MAHA" report

RFK Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" recent report identified causes of childhood chronic disease, citing numerous studies. Some didn't exist.

• May 30

"MAHA" report cites nonexistent studies

The White House said Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" report will be updated to correct "formatting issues," after the news outlet NOTUS found that several studies in the report did not exist. CBS News health reporter Alexander Tin has the details.

• May 30
• 02:14

CDC now says kids "may receive" COVID-19 vaccines

The CDC dropped a broad recommendation for all children to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

• May 30

Why is HHS cutting bird flu vaccine funding?

The Health and Human Services Department has canceled millions of dollars in funding for the drugmaker Moderna to develop a bird flu vaccine. CBS News health reporter Alex Tin has the details.

• May 29
• 03:39

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