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health-policy1 day ago•2 min saved

Birth control access under scrutiny as surgeon general pick defends options

The article reports that the Trump administration’s surgeon general nominee faced questions about her past remarks on birth control but reiterated support for access for all women, emphasizing that patients should discuss risks with their doctors. It notes hormonal contraception is widely used for pregnancy prevention and other health reasons, with mostly mild side effects. While meta-analyses show a small, very low increase in breast cancer risk, overall cancer risk remains low and some data suggest protective effects for other cancers. Experts urge maintaining all contraceptive options and caution against inflammatory rhetoric that could limit informed choices.

via Axios|

#birth-control #breast-cancer-risk #health-policy

politics2 days ago•6 min saved

Means Faces Uphill Path to Surgeon General Confirmation

Trump’s surgeon general nominee Casey Means has not secured enough votes on the Senate Health Committee after a tough, vaccine-focused hearing, with undecided Republicans Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski still leaning unclear. With the committee split 12-11, Means will likely need both Collins and Murkowski (and potentially other GOP votes) to move forward, signaling a narrow path to confirmation following past nomination fights.

via Politico|

#casey-means #confirmation-hearings #politics

health3 days ago•7 min saved

Wellness Influencer Nominated for Surgeon General Prompts Debate Over Medical Authority

Stanford-trained physician and wellness influencer Casey Means appears before a Senate committee as President Trump’s nominee for surgeon general, a role that would shape public health messaging. Supporters say her focus on lifestyle, nutrition and root-cause approaches could reform medicine, but critics note she lacks an active medical license and has promoted controversial ideas that could fuel distrust in science.

via The New York Times|

#casey-means #health #mainstream-medicine

politics3 days ago•4 min saved

Trump’s Wellness-Influencer Nominee for Surgeon General Faces Senate Scrutiny

Casey Means, a Stanford-trained but not board-certified surgeon and wellness influencer tied to RFK Jr.’s health policy, is Trump’s nominee for surgeon general and will be grilled by the Senate HELP committee. Critics question her lack of an active medical license and extensive clinical experience, while supporters note her focus on diet and lifestyle and her role in the Make America Healthy Again movement. Means co-founded Levels and co-authored Good Energy, arguing for real-time metabolic data and signaling skepticism toward the standard vaccine schedule; the nomination has sparked backlash from the medical establishment as the administration reshapes health policy amid turnover at the HHS and CDC.

via The Guardian|

#casey-means #make-america-healthy-again #politics

politics3 days ago•4 min saved

Senate to scrutinize Casey Means’s bid to be surgeon general

Dr. Casey Means, a wellness influencer and Kennedy ally nominated by Trump to be surgeon general, will testify at a Senate hearing amid questions about her lack of an active medical license, incomplete residency, and potential conflicts of interest from her wellness ventures and ties to RFK Jr.’s health agenda.

via NBC News|

#casey-means #politics #public-health-service-commissioned-corps

politics4 months ago•5 min saved

Confirmation Hearing for Trump’s Surgeon General Nominee Postponed Due to Personal Reasons

The Senate confirmation hearing for President Trump's nominee for surgeon general, Dr. Casey Means, was postponed due to her going into labor. Means, a controversial figure due to her skepticism of traditional medicine, lack of active medical license, and past comments on vaccines and contraception, has faced criticism from public health experts. Her nomination has stirred debate over her qualifications and potential influence on public health policy.

via NBC News|

#casey-means #confirmation-hearing #health-policy

politics4 months ago•1 min saved

Trump's Surgeon General Nominee Casey Means Delays Confirmation Hearing Due to Labor

The Senate hearing for Trump's surgeon general nominee, Dr. Casey Means, has been postponed as she goes into labor with her first child. Means, a holistic health advocate and author, was scheduled to appear virtually due to her pregnancy, but the date for rescheduling is not yet known.

via CNN|

#delayed-hearing #holistic-health #labor

politics4 months ago•4 min saved

Senate Hearing to Examine Surgeon General Nominee Casey Means Amid Controversies

Dr. Casey Means, a wellness influencer with limited medical licensing and controversial views on health topics, is facing a Senate confirmation hearing for Surgeon General, amid opposition from public health experts and concerns over her qualifications and potential conflicts of interest.

via NPR|

#casey-means #confirmation-hearing #controversy

health5 months ago•1 min saved

Florida Moves Toward Ending Vaccine Mandates Amid Political Debate

Florida's surgeon general, Ladapo, opposes vaccine mandates, citing personal freedom and ethics, while President Trump emphasizes the effectiveness of vaccines, and experts warn that banning mandates could hinder outbreak control.

via Politico|

#covid-19 #florida #health

health5 months ago•1 min saved

Florida to End All Vaccine Mandates, Including for Schools

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo announced that the state is moving to end all vaccine mandates, working with Governor Ron DeSantis's office, as part of a broader shift in public health policy.

via ABC News|

#florida #health #public-health

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Florida to End All Child Vaccine Mandates, Citing Historical Allegories

Florida's surgeon general, Joseph Ladapo, announced plans to end vaccine mandates for children, comparing mandates to slavery and emphasizing personal choice, despite evidence of vaccines preventing millions of illnesses and deaths. The move, supported by Governor Ron DeSantis, is unprecedented and faces skepticism from public health experts who warn it could lead to increased disease outbreaks.

via The Guardian|

#children #florida #health

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Trump's Surgeon General Nominee's Childhood Tragedy: Accidental Shooting of Father

Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for Surgeon General, was involved in a tragic accident at age 13 when she accidentally knocked over a gun, resulting in her father's death. This incident, along with her mother's career in nursing, inspired her to pursue medicine. Nesheiwat's nomination has drawn attention due to her personal history and her role as a Fox News contributor. The incident was deemed a 'freak accident' by police, and Nesheiwat has not publicly detailed her involvement until now.

via The Daily Beast|

#gun-accident #janette-nesheiwat #politics

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Trump's Surgeon General Nominee's Childhood Tragedy: Accidental Shooting of Father

Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, nominated by Donald Trump for U.S. Surgeon General, accidentally shot and killed her father at age 13, an event that influenced her medical career. Currently a medical director at CityMD, she is known for her advocacy in preventive medicine and public health, though her views on some COVID-19 vaccine guidelines have been controversial.

via iHeartRadio|

#accidental-shooting #donald-trump #janette-nesheiwat

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Controversial Health Nominee: Trump's Surgeon General Pick Sparks Debate

Donald Trump has nominated Janette Nesheiwat, a New York-based medical director and Fox News contributor, as the next U.S. Surgeon General. Nesheiwat, the daughter of a Jordanian immigrant, has extensive experience in emergency medicine and has led medical missions to Ukraine. She is committed to providing affordable healthcare and empowering individuals to manage their health. Her nomination highlights her role in public health communication and her contributions during the Covid-19 pandemic.

via Style|

#donald-trump #fox-news #healthcare

politics1 year ago•5 min saved

Trump's Controversial Picks for Key Health Agencies Unveiled

President-elect Trump has announced his picks for key health positions in his administration: Dr. Marty Makary for FDA Commissioner, former Rep. Dave Weldon for CDC Director, and Dr. Janette Nesheiwat for Surgeon General. These appointments aim to shift public health priorities but have sparked controversy. Makary, a Johns Hopkins surgeon, is known for his criticism of federal health policies and support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s health platform. Weldon, a former Congressman, will be the first CDC Director requiring Senate confirmation. Nesheiwat, a Fox News contributor, has emphasized vaccination benefits and affordable healthcare access.

via NPR|

#cdc #fda #health