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MAHA Report: Anti-scientific ideas and deep contradictions

The health of America’s children is focus of the MAHA Commission's first report. Its ideas are undermined by many of the Trump administration's actions to date.

Government AccountabilityJune 13, 2025Philip Kahn-Pauli

Cucumbers recalled once again due to Salmonella outbreak

A Salmonella outbreak has infected 26 people in 15 states and led to a recall of certain cucumbers. Learn more about Salmonella symptoms and food safety tips.

Food SafetyMay 22, 2025Zachary Goldstein, MS

woman sitting crisscross with prayer hands as a yoga pose

A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more

Preventing DiseaseApril 30, 2025Bonnie Liebman, MS

healthcare worker in blue scrubs giving a woman a vaccine shot in her upper arm in front of a bright window

How do we know vaccines are safe?

If you’re confused about whether vaccines are safe, you’re not alone. Are the ingredients safe? What are the long-term risks? Can kids’ immune systems handle so many? We’ve got your answers here.

Fact vs. FictionApril 14, 2025Caitlin Dow, PhD

RFK's cuts to FDA are a threat to public health and safety

Government AccountabilityApril 1, 2025Sarah Sorscher, JD, MPH

Silver Spring, MD, USA 11/10/2020: Exterior view of the headquarters of US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This federal agency approves medications, vaccines and food additives for human use.

RFK Jr.’s gutting of the FDA will undermine food, medical product safety, innovation

Statement by Dr Peter Lurie, CSPI President

Government AccountabilityApril 1, 2025Peter Lurie, MD, MPH

What to look for in a sunscreen

Looking for a sunscreen but confused by what to choose? Which SPF? Mineral or chemical? Water resistant? Broad spectrum? We’ve got you covered.

Preventing DiseaseMarch 25, 2025Caitlin Dow, PhD

woman eating a small yogurt parfait out of a clear bowl

A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more

Weight and HealthMarch 10, 2025Bonnie Liebman, MS

Lab sample testing; laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) are unregulated by FDA, leading to unreliable results and the risks of false positives or negatives.

Can you trust that lab-developed test? Here’s what to know

Laboratory-developed tests (LDTs), a $20B unregulated industry, pose risks with unreliable results. Learn more about these tests and the FDA's new final rule.

Government AccountabilityMarch 3, 2025M.M. Bailey

Testosterone therapy is all the rage. Is it safe…or effective?

The testosterone therapy business is booming. But most men don’t need to boost their testosterone. And the therapy comes with risks.

Preventing DiseaseFebruary 3, 2025Caitlin Dow, PhD