Doctors for America

Congress should restore and protect HIV funding | Opinion sun-sentinel.com/2025/07/22/con…

The uptick in cases comes as many Americans have likely gone a year or longer without a Covid shot. nbcnews.com/health/health-…

Doctors warn that fewer kids may get shots if cost shifts to families "I cannot be 100% sure what the future looks like for some of these vaccines. I can tell you it's a very scary place to be." npr.org/sections/shots…

Fearing Medicaid Coverage Loss, Some Parents Rush To Vaccinate Their Kids “For the first time, I’m having parents of newborns ask me if their baby will still be able to get vaccines." kffhealthnews.org/news/article/p…

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The fertility rate in the U.S. dropped to an all-time low in 2024 with less than 1.6 kids per woman, new federal data released Thursday shows. apnews.com/article/fertil…

ICYMI: Last week FDA Task Force chair Dr. Jan Krommes spoke at the @US_FDA PDUFA kickoff meeting.

We applaud ACOG for this important statement on the unequivocal benefit of access to SSRIs for pregnant women. We wholeheartedly agree: acog.org/news/news-rele…

The FDA convened a panel of mostly skeptics to debate ‘Black Box’ warning for antidepressants in pregnancy— the science has already proven their safety—this “warning” could further stigma and shame for pregnant women needing care. nytimes.com/2025/07/21/hea…

“It is hugely concerning, but not at all surprising, that we are continuing to see outbreaks of measles. The only way to stop measles spreading is with vaccination. It is never too late to be vaccinated — even as an adult." apnews.com/article/vaccin…

Another report on Medicaid cuts leading to thousands of deaths By 2034, over 100 rural hospitals could close, 300,000 jobs could be lost, and the economy could shrink by about $135 billion, the report said. In some scenarios the figures are even larger. nbcnews.com/health/health-…

⚠️ This Thursday ⚠️ Join us for a practical, empowering session designed to equip advocates with the tools to defend and advance reproductive rights through legislative action. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

The CBO estimates that recent funding decreases at the NIH and FDA could result in 53 fewer new prescription drugs over the next 30 years. This would be a major setback for innovation, patient care, and the future of medical breakthroughs. cbo.gov/system/files/2…

Remember that revolving door this @US_FDA said they were going to close? Seems that's taking a backseat in today's announcement of a former biotech CEO (Stanford affiliated) as the top drug regulator directing the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research: bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

The first lawsuit about health care provisions in the Big Ugly Bill has been filed. More lawsuits are expected, and the courts may strike down some sections. Learn more from my discussion with ⁨@ericfethkemd ⁨@DrsForAmerica⁩: youtube.com/live/-TuQIAPsq…

After Medicaid cuts, with less federal money many rural hospitals could close. This will affect everyone. Listen to @ericfethkemd @drsforamerica explain: youtube.com/watch?v=-TuQIA…

Millions of people could lose their health insurance due to the Big Ugly Bill, and the lack of funds will hurt our health care system for everyone. Listen to @ericfethkemd @drsforamerica explain: youtube.com/watch?v=-TuQIA…

FDA should withdraw Sarepta treatment Elevidys for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, not just halt shipments. We’ve long raised concerns about this treatment, given the lack of clear evidence that its benefits outweigh the risks. endpoints.news/fda-asks-sarep…

Another study resulting in robust evidence supporting the safety of childhood vaccines. medpagetoday.com/neurology/auti…

"It is a big step in the wrong direction to authorize sales of the product that was responsible for this public health crisis in the first place." The FDA halted Juul sales over toxicology questions just 3 years ago. axios.com/2025/07/17/juu…