Since early 2025, several large federal health grants to states have been suspended and then restored after legal challenges. Hundreds of millions of dollars that had already been allocated by Congress were briefly put on hold before the court intervened. From the outside, these episodes may look like routine disputes between states and the federal government, as such cancellations do happen. But inside state agencies and in communities, they create something more consequential: uncertainty that interrupts crucial public health programs–even if states ultimately get the money.
Following changes to COVID-19 vaccine eligibility and recommendations in 2025, many people are wondering whether they can get COVID-19 vaccines for themselves or their children. Here's what to know.
HHS Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has floated the idea of adding autism to the list of conditions covered by the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, which provides a system for families who experience severe side effects to file claims against vaccine providers. Kennedy has also suggested broadening the definitions of encephalopathy and encephalitis so that autism cases could qualify. Here's what to know.
Despite its “Make America Healthy Again” rhetoric, the Trump administration seems hell-bent on making our health worse.
Here’s some of what we’re tracking at CSPI (Nutrition Action’s publisher):
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.
‘Immune boosting’ supplements are everywhere, but what does the evidence show about vitamins C and D, zinc, and elderberry for fighting colds, the flu, and Covid?
As Americans pay more than ever for groceries, here's a look at the factors—drought, inflation, disease, price gouging and more—contributing to high food costs.
