In this episode of The Health Advocates, Steven Newmark breaks down the latest public health developments you need to know. From a surge in measles and dengue cases to proposed changes in food dye regulations, Steven explains what’s happening, why it matters, and how it could impact people living with chronic illness. He also unpacks the delay in FDA approval for the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine and introduces the Vaccine Integrity Project — a new initiative working to preserve trust in vaccine guidance.
Tune in for the insights you need to stay informed and protect your health.
Among the highlights in this episode:
00:40: Steven Newmark, Chief of Policy at GHLF, reports that U.S. measles cases are surging, nearing a 25-year high with 923 cases, including a hotspot in El Paso, TX
01:22: Steven notes a political divide in public concern over measles, citing Kaiser Family Foundation survey data
01:40: Dengue fever cases are rising in the U.S. due to travel and climate shifts; Steven urges use of DEET-based repellents in high-risk states
02:24: Steven breaks down HHS’s proposed voluntary phaseout of certain petroleum-based food dyes, highlighting industry pushback and potential allergy risks
03:38: Steven explains the FDA’s pause and policy change regarding full approval for the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, including a new clinical trial requirement
04:33: Steven introduces the Vaccine Integrity Project, a private group of vaccine experts formed to provide trusted guidance amid concerns of policy politicization
05:43: Steven wraps up with a reminder to visit https://ghlf.org/vaccine-resources for ongoing updates and resources on vaccine
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