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Health Agency Reports from CDC, FDA, and NIH Halted by Trump Officials

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced an immediate pause on public communications from federal health agencies.

The pause, ordered by the Trump administration, is expected to be temporary as the new administration aligns with federal agencies like the CDC, FDA, and NIH.

While some experts have expressed concern over the pause, the HHS insists that exceptions will be made regarding matters critical to preserving public health.

Federal health agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are essential for keeping the public aware of health issues, from rising respiratory virus cases to bans on harmful food additives.

The Trump administration halted reports from top health agencies like the CDC, FDA, and National Institutes of Health (NIH) on Tuesday, putting communications with the general public in limbo until at least the end of the month.
https://www.healthline.com/health-news/trump-officials-pause-federal-health-agency-reports#Exceptions-affecting-critical-health-safety