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Stay informed on health policy and research with the National Center for Health Research (NCHR).
As an independent nonprofit think tank that does NOT accept industry funding, we translate scientific research to info you can use to improve your health and safety.
Learn more: www.center4research.org
As an independent nonprofit think tank that does NOT accept industry funding, we translate scientific research to info you can use to improve your health and safety.
Learn more: www.center4research.org
Does science support the landmark social media addiction trial against Meta and Snap?
A new study of nearly 12,000 children found that heavy social media users were 35% more depressed, but preexisting depression did not lead to more use.
A new study of nearly 12,000 children found that heavy social media users were 35% more depressed, but preexisting depression did not lead to more use.
February 19, 2026 at 9:34 PM
Does science support the landmark social media addiction trial against Meta and Snap?
A new study of nearly 12,000 children found that heavy social media users were 35% more depressed, but preexisting depression did not lead to more use.
A new study of nearly 12,000 children found that heavy social media users were 35% more depressed, but preexisting depression did not lead to more use.
New research shows that states with 5 or more types of abortion restrictions see about 16 additional maternal deaths each year.
The leading causes of death were:
-violence (10.6%)
-unintentional drug overdose (10.2%)
-cardiovascular disease (9.6%).
The leading causes of death were:
-violence (10.6%)
-unintentional drug overdose (10.2%)
-cardiovascular disease (9.6%).
February 19, 2026 at 6:07 PM
New research shows that states with 5 or more types of abortion restrictions see about 16 additional maternal deaths each year.
The leading causes of death were:
-violence (10.6%)
-unintentional drug overdose (10.2%)
-cardiovascular disease (9.6%).
The leading causes of death were:
-violence (10.6%)
-unintentional drug overdose (10.2%)
-cardiovascular disease (9.6%).
Why is the White House appointing the head of NIH to ALSO be the head of the CDC?
These aren't part-time jobs!
Could it be that nobody they would want for the CDC could get confirmed by the Senate?
These aren't part-time jobs!
Could it be that nobody they would want for the CDC could get confirmed by the Senate?
February 18, 2026 at 10:05 PM
Why is the White House appointing the head of NIH to ALSO be the head of the CDC?
These aren't part-time jobs!
Could it be that nobody they would want for the CDC could get confirmed by the Senate?
These aren't part-time jobs!
Could it be that nobody they would want for the CDC could get confirmed by the Senate?
A study of over 100,000 people found that high intake of common preservatives can increase cancer risks.
Sorbates & acetates (in baked goods, cheese) were linked to a greater chance of breast cancer.
Sodium nitrite (in hot dogs, deli meats) was linked to a greater chance of prostate cancer.
Sorbates & acetates (in baked goods, cheese) were linked to a greater chance of breast cancer.
Sodium nitrite (in hot dogs, deli meats) was linked to a greater chance of prostate cancer.
February 18, 2026 at 6:03 PM
A study of over 100,000 people found that high intake of common preservatives can increase cancer risks.
Sorbates & acetates (in baked goods, cheese) were linked to a greater chance of breast cancer.
Sodium nitrite (in hot dogs, deli meats) was linked to a greater chance of prostate cancer.
Sorbates & acetates (in baked goods, cheese) were linked to a greater chance of breast cancer.
Sodium nitrite (in hot dogs, deli meats) was linked to a greater chance of prostate cancer.
A 2026 JAMA study indicates most men do not need prostate cancer screenings every year or even every few years.
Researchers found that a single PSA test in your 50's can predict the chances of getting prostate cancer within the next 5, 10, and 20 years.
Researchers found that a single PSA test in your 50's can predict the chances of getting prostate cancer within the next 5, 10, and 20 years.
February 17, 2026 at 10:33 PM
A 2026 JAMA study indicates most men do not need prostate cancer screenings every year or even every few years.
Researchers found that a single PSA test in your 50's can predict the chances of getting prostate cancer within the next 5, 10, and 20 years.
Researchers found that a single PSA test in your 50's can predict the chances of getting prostate cancer within the next 5, 10, and 20 years.
Good news: HHS is shifting focus away from bashing vaccines to the risks of ultraprocessed foods.
Bad news: It’s a strategy to win midterms, not improve our health. Even MAHA activists admit the party is just "renting" their voters.
Bad news: It’s a strategy to win midterms, not improve our health. Even MAHA activists admit the party is just "renting" their voters.
February 17, 2026 at 7:23 PM
Good news: HHS is shifting focus away from bashing vaccines to the risks of ultraprocessed foods.
Bad news: It’s a strategy to win midterms, not improve our health. Even MAHA activists admit the party is just "renting" their voters.
Bad news: It’s a strategy to win midterms, not improve our health. Even MAHA activists admit the party is just "renting" their voters.
Under growing pressure, Meta (FB, Instagram), TikTok, and Snap have agreed to independent "safety ratings" on teen mental health.
Platforms that pass get a "Blue Shield" badge. Those who fail will be branded as unsafe.
Platforms that pass get a "Blue Shield" badge. Those who fail will be branded as unsafe.
February 11, 2026 at 5:54 PM
Under growing pressure, Meta (FB, Instagram), TikTok, and Snap have agreed to independent "safety ratings" on teen mental health.
Platforms that pass get a "Blue Shield" badge. Those who fail will be branded as unsafe.
Platforms that pass get a "Blue Shield" badge. Those who fail will be branded as unsafe.
The FDA just flagged Novo Nordisk's launch ad for the Wegovy pill for failing to speak the risks clearly.
The Super Bowl ad featuring Kenan Thompson appears to make the same mistake—referencing "these symptoms" without actually saying them out loud.
The Super Bowl ad featuring Kenan Thompson appears to make the same mistake—referencing "these symptoms" without actually saying them out loud.
February 10, 2026 at 11:14 PM
The FDA just flagged Novo Nordisk's launch ad for the Wegovy pill for failing to speak the risks clearly.
The Super Bowl ad featuring Kenan Thompson appears to make the same mistake—referencing "these symptoms" without actually saying them out loud.
The Super Bowl ad featuring Kenan Thompson appears to make the same mistake—referencing "these symptoms" without actually saying them out loud.
Dr. Oz wants Americans to work an extra year to "boost the economy." Easy for him to say.
For wealthy desk workers, working longer is a choice. For blue collar and pink collar workers, it isn't always possible or a good idea.
For wealthy desk workers, working longer is a choice. For blue collar and pink collar workers, it isn't always possible or a good idea.
February 10, 2026 at 7:13 PM
Dr. Oz wants Americans to work an extra year to "boost the economy." Easy for him to say.
For wealthy desk workers, working longer is a choice. For blue collar and pink collar workers, it isn't always possible or a good idea.
For wealthy desk workers, working longer is a choice. For blue collar and pink collar workers, it isn't always possible or a good idea.
"Take the vaccine, please." — Dr. Oz
But the better time to urge vaccination is before hundreds of children get sick.
South Carolina's measles outbreak has hit 920 cases, surpassing the 2025 Texas record. 91% are unvaccinated—mostly children ages 5-11.
But the better time to urge vaccination is before hundreds of children get sick.
South Carolina's measles outbreak has hit 920 cases, surpassing the 2025 Texas record. 91% are unvaccinated—mostly children ages 5-11.
February 9, 2026 at 9:38 PM
"Take the vaccine, please." — Dr. Oz
But the better time to urge vaccination is before hundreds of children get sick.
South Carolina's measles outbreak has hit 920 cases, surpassing the 2025 Texas record. 91% are unvaccinated—mostly children ages 5-11.
But the better time to urge vaccination is before hundreds of children get sick.
South Carolina's measles outbreak has hit 920 cases, surpassing the 2025 Texas record. 91% are unvaccinated—mostly children ages 5-11.
WARNING: Don't be fooled by the Hims & Hers Super Bowl ad.
They are promoting a "multi-cancer" blood test, but they aren't telling you that these tests are not much more accurate than a coin toss.
That's why the FDA has NOT approved these tests.
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...
They are promoting a "multi-cancer" blood test, but they aren't telling you that these tests are not much more accurate than a coin toss.
That's why the FDA has NOT approved these tests.
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...
Super Bowl spot will promote a cancer test that can produce false results
The telehealth firm is running an ad during Sunday’s game pitching its platform as a way to access health services enjoyed by the wealthy, such as a controversial test to detect cancer with a simple b...
www.washingtonpost.com
February 6, 2026 at 8:46 PM
WARNING: Don't be fooled by the Hims & Hers Super Bowl ad.
They are promoting a "multi-cancer" blood test, but they aren't telling you that these tests are not much more accurate than a coin toss.
That's why the FDA has NOT approved these tests.
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...
They are promoting a "multi-cancer" blood test, but they aren't telling you that these tests are not much more accurate than a coin toss.
That's why the FDA has NOT approved these tests.
www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...
This is why experts disagree with HHS downplaying the meningitis vaccine.
CDC says "vaccinate for meningitis only if you need it." Illinois says "everyone needs it."
Now, a deadly meningitis outbreak in Chicago (7 cases, 2 deaths) is proving Illinois right.
CDC says "vaccinate for meningitis only if you need it." Illinois says "everyone needs it."
Now, a deadly meningitis outbreak in Chicago (7 cases, 2 deaths) is proving Illinois right.
Chicago health officials report 7 cases, 2 deaths from meningitis outbreak in January
The Chicago Health Department reported a meningitis outbreak that has killed two people this month.
www.cbsnews.com
February 6, 2026 at 6:56 PM
This is why experts disagree with HHS downplaying the meningitis vaccine.
CDC says "vaccinate for meningitis only if you need it." Illinois says "everyone needs it."
Now, a deadly meningitis outbreak in Chicago (7 cases, 2 deaths) is proving Illinois right.
CDC says "vaccinate for meningitis only if you need it." Illinois says "everyone needs it."
Now, a deadly meningitis outbreak in Chicago (7 cases, 2 deaths) is proving Illinois right.
Why did the Department of Energy (DOE) break the law to reverse health protections?
A judge ruled the DOE used an illegal secret panel to attack the Endangerment Finding—the legal decision protecting us from air pollution, dangerous weather, etc.
A judge ruled the DOE used an illegal secret panel to attack the Endangerment Finding—the legal decision protecting us from air pollution, dangerous weather, etc.
February 5, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Why did the Department of Energy (DOE) break the law to reverse health protections?
A judge ruled the DOE used an illegal secret panel to attack the Endangerment Finding—the legal decision protecting us from air pollution, dangerous weather, etc.
A judge ruled the DOE used an illegal secret panel to attack the Endangerment Finding—the legal decision protecting us from air pollution, dangerous weather, etc.
The Pentagon is threatening to pull support from the Scouts, such as medical support for the annual National Jamboree, because the organization has allowed girls.
Co-ed environments aren't "woke"—they are essential for children's healthy development and friendships.
Co-ed environments aren't "woke"—they are essential for children's healthy development and friendships.
February 4, 2026 at 5:09 PM
The Pentagon is threatening to pull support from the Scouts, such as medical support for the annual National Jamboree, because the organization has allowed girls.
Co-ed environments aren't "woke"—they are essential for children's healthy development and friendships.
Co-ed environments aren't "woke"—they are essential for children's healthy development and friendships.
Tanning beds are NOT just "intense sunlight."
A new study says tanning beds not only increase melanoma risks but also cause “a spike in DNA mutations within skin cells.”
#Melanoma #SkinCancer #TanningBed
www.the-scientist.com/tanning-beds...
A new study says tanning beds not only increase melanoma risks but also cause “a spike in DNA mutations within skin cells.”
#Melanoma #SkinCancer #TanningBed
www.the-scientist.com/tanning-beds...
Tanning Beds and Natural Sunlight Affect Melanocytes Differently
Tanning beds not only increase melanoma risk but also inflict a molecular toll, causing a spike in DNA mutations within skin cells.
www.the-scientist.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:40 PM
Tanning beds are NOT just "intense sunlight."
A new study says tanning beds not only increase melanoma risks but also cause “a spike in DNA mutations within skin cells.”
#Melanoma #SkinCancer #TanningBed
www.the-scientist.com/tanning-beds...
A new study says tanning beds not only increase melanoma risks but also cause “a spike in DNA mutations within skin cells.”
#Melanoma #SkinCancer #TanningBed
www.the-scientist.com/tanning-beds...
As hundreds of countertop workers fall ill with a deadly lung disease, lawmakers are moving to ban the victims from suing the manufacturers responsible.
#Silicosis #WorkerSafety #LungDisease
www.npr.org/2026/01/14/n...
#Silicosis #WorkerSafety #LungDisease
www.npr.org/2026/01/14/n...
Kitchen countertop workers are dying. Some lawmakers want to ban their lawsuits
Some safety experts want California to stop the cutting of quartz countertops saying it can't be done safely. Lawmakers, meanwhile, contemplate a ban on workers' lawsuits against quartz manufacturers.
www.npr.org
February 3, 2026 at 6:43 PM
As hundreds of countertop workers fall ill with a deadly lung disease, lawmakers are moving to ban the victims from suing the manufacturers responsible.
#Silicosis #WorkerSafety #LungDisease
www.npr.org/2026/01/14/n...
#Silicosis #WorkerSafety #LungDisease
www.npr.org/2026/01/14/n...
#RECALL ALERT: The #FDA is recalling "Silintan" capsules from 123Herbals due to significant cardiovascular risks.
Although marketed as an herbal #supplement for aches, the pills do not disclose that they contain meloxicam, which can cause heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots.
Although marketed as an herbal #supplement for aches, the pills do not disclose that they contain meloxicam, which can cause heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots.
February 3, 2026 at 12:27 AM
#RECALL ALERT: The #FDA is recalling "Silintan" capsules from 123Herbals due to significant cardiovascular risks.
Although marketed as an herbal #supplement for aches, the pills do not disclose that they contain meloxicam, which can cause heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots.
Although marketed as an herbal #supplement for aches, the pills do not disclose that they contain meloxicam, which can cause heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots.
US health spending hit 7.2% growth in 2024, but a new analysis says it’s NOT price inflation driving it. Its volume.
But is it any surprise? With wall-to-wall overly optimistic Pharma ads for common health issues like overweight and depression, demand is skyrocketing.
But is it any surprise? With wall-to-wall overly optimistic Pharma ads for common health issues like overweight and depression, demand is skyrocketing.
February 2, 2026 at 10:32 PM
US health spending hit 7.2% growth in 2024, but a new analysis says it’s NOT price inflation driving it. Its volume.
But is it any surprise? With wall-to-wall overly optimistic Pharma ads for common health issues like overweight and depression, demand is skyrocketing.
But is it any surprise? With wall-to-wall overly optimistic Pharma ads for common health issues like overweight and depression, demand is skyrocketing.
The EPA makes decisions based on whether a policy makes sense in terms of costs to industry, lives saved, and health benefits.
That's how decisions about #CleanAir and #CleanWater were made. Not anymore.
www.nbcnews.com/science/envi...
That's how decisions about #CleanAir and #CleanWater were made. Not anymore.
www.nbcnews.com/science/envi...
EPA to stop calculating deaths avoided and health care savings from air pollution rules
The change means the EPA will focus rules for two pollutants only on the cost to industry, part of a realignment under President Trump toward a business-friendly approach.
www.nbcnews.com
January 30, 2026 at 8:42 PM
The EPA makes decisions based on whether a policy makes sense in terms of costs to industry, lives saved, and health benefits.
That's how decisions about #CleanAir and #CleanWater were made. Not anymore.
www.nbcnews.com/science/envi...
That's how decisions about #CleanAir and #CleanWater were made. Not anymore.
www.nbcnews.com/science/envi...
Our January 2026 NCHR News Digest is out!
We explain why the new food pyramid is dangerous, why we oppose calling ZYN "safer than cigarettes," share our new article on safe ways to prevent insomnia, and more!
www.center4research.org/about-us/ann...
We explain why the new food pyramid is dangerous, why we oppose calling ZYN "safer than cigarettes," share our new article on safe ways to prevent insomnia, and more!
www.center4research.org/about-us/ann...
Biennial Reports & Newsletters - National Center for Health Research
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January 29, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Our January 2026 NCHR News Digest is out!
We explain why the new food pyramid is dangerous, why we oppose calling ZYN "safer than cigarettes," share our new article on safe ways to prevent insomnia, and more!
www.center4research.org/about-us/ann...
We explain why the new food pyramid is dangerous, why we oppose calling ZYN "safer than cigarettes," share our new article on safe ways to prevent insomnia, and more!
www.center4research.org/about-us/ann...
Every sports fan has heard that CTE brain damage causes rage and mood swings.
A new NIH study found an increase in DEMENTIA in late-stage CTE, but NO link between early-stage (I or 2) CTE and mood/behavior changes.
A new NIH study found an increase in DEMENTIA in late-stage CTE, but NO link between early-stage (I or 2) CTE and mood/behavior changes.
January 29, 2026 at 7:04 PM
Every sports fan has heard that CTE brain damage causes rage and mood swings.
A new NIH study found an increase in DEMENTIA in late-stage CTE, but NO link between early-stage (I or 2) CTE and mood/behavior changes.
A new NIH study found an increase in DEMENTIA in late-stage CTE, but NO link between early-stage (I or 2) CTE and mood/behavior changes.
FEMA disaster funds used to help all Americans. Now, it is being used to punish "blue states."
President Trump is withholding disaster funds from California wildfire survivors while trying to override local safety laws.
www.usatoday.com/story/news/c...
President Trump is withholding disaster funds from California wildfire survivors while trying to override local safety laws.
www.usatoday.com/story/news/c...
Trump moves to seize control of LA wildfire rebuilding from California
New Trump order pushes federal takeover of LA wildfire rebuilding, allowing permit bypass and launching a federal audit of California disaster spending.
www.usatoday.com
January 28, 2026 at 10:35 PM
FEMA disaster funds used to help all Americans. Now, it is being used to punish "blue states."
President Trump is withholding disaster funds from California wildfire survivors while trying to override local safety laws.
www.usatoday.com/story/news/c...
President Trump is withholding disaster funds from California wildfire survivors while trying to override local safety laws.
www.usatoday.com/story/news/c...
Your dog feels like family, but does your dog really need that winter coat? Probably not.
Dogs lose the most heat through their paws and bellies, not their backs.
Dogs lose the most heat through their paws and bellies, not their backs.
January 28, 2026 at 7:23 PM
Your dog feels like family, but does your dog really need that winter coat? Probably not.
Dogs lose the most heat through their paws and bellies, not their backs.
Dogs lose the most heat through their paws and bellies, not their backs.
Is your brain wired to help other people?
Georgetown professor Abigail Marsh studies "extraordinary altruism", like donating a kidney or risking your life for someone you don't know.
Her striking finding?
Georgetown professor Abigail Marsh studies "extraordinary altruism", like donating a kidney or risking your life for someone you don't know.
Her striking finding?
Why some people are wired to help strangers, and what their brains reveal
One striking finding is altruistic kidney donors tend to have a larger amygdala, a part of the brain critical to processing emotions.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 27, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Is your brain wired to help other people?
Georgetown professor Abigail Marsh studies "extraordinary altruism", like donating a kidney or risking your life for someone you don't know.
Her striking finding?
Georgetown professor Abigail Marsh studies "extraordinary altruism", like donating a kidney or risking your life for someone you don't know.
Her striking finding?
Why does Health Secretary RFK ignore decades of established science?
Since 1998, the U.S. policy of adding folic acid to wheat flour has cut several serious birth defects by 40% for most groups.
These defects remain high for Latina women who eat more corn tortillas than bread.
Since 1998, the U.S. policy of adding folic acid to wheat flour has cut several serious birth defects by 40% for most groups.
These defects remain high for Latina women who eat more corn tortillas than bread.
January 27, 2026 at 12:09 AM
Why does Health Secretary RFK ignore decades of established science?
Since 1998, the U.S. policy of adding folic acid to wheat flour has cut several serious birth defects by 40% for most groups.
These defects remain high for Latina women who eat more corn tortillas than bread.
Since 1998, the U.S. policy of adding folic acid to wheat flour has cut several serious birth defects by 40% for most groups.
These defects remain high for Latina women who eat more corn tortillas than bread.