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The FDA has begun the process of removing “concentrated ingestible fluoride prescription drug products for children” from the market. The press release said these products are intended to be swallowed by infants and toddlers, but have never been approved by the FDA. The announcement also said ingesting fluoride alters the gut microbiome, “which is of…Continue reading FDA Begins Process to Remove Unapproved Fluoride Drugs for Children

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed SB144 into law, which has also been referred to as an immunity bill for agrochemical businesses that sell pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. The bill states, “a manufacturer cannot be held liable for failing to warn consumers of health risks above those required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.” The…Continue reading Georgia Governor Signs Bill Granting Immunity for Harms Caused by Pesticides and Fertilizers

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ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries
The Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) and REACT 19 held a joint press conference today to reveal a trove of secret recordings and FOIA documents of Peter Marks, the former Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. The press conference included ICAN Founder Del Bigtree, Attorney Aaron Siri, and REACT 19’s Brianne Dressen.…Continue reading ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries

Health & Nutrition

FDA Begins Process to Remove Unapproved Fluoride Drugs for Children
The FDA has begun the process of removing “concentrated ingestible fluoride prescription drug products for children” from the market. The press release said these products are intended to be swallowed by infants and toddlers, but have never been approved by the FDA. The announcement also said ingesting fluoride alters the gut microbiome, “which is of…Continue reading FDA Begins Process to Remove Unapproved Fluoride Drugs for Children

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ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries
The Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) and REACT 19 held a joint press conference today to reveal a trove of secret recordings and FOIA documents of Peter Marks, the former Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. The press conference included ICAN Founder Del Bigtree, Attorney Aaron Siri, and REACT 19’s Brianne Dressen.…Continue reading ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries

Science & Tech

Humanoid Robots Malfunction and Attack; Sparks Debate Over AI Safety and Liability
A viral video released from an undisclosed Chinese factory shows a humanoid robot malfunctioning and attacking the factory workers. The Unitree H1, a product of the Chinese company Unitree Robotics, can be seen flailing its arms as workers move away to protect themselves. The robot was hung on a crane, and the workers were not…Continue reading Humanoid Robots Malfunction and Attack; Sparks Debate Over AI Safety and Liability

Environment

Georgia Governor Signs Bill Granting Immunity for Harms Caused by Pesticides and Fertilizers
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed SB144 into law, which has also been referred to as an immunity bill for agrochemical businesses that sell pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers. The bill states, “a manufacturer cannot be held liable for failing to warn consumers of health risks above those required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.” The…Continue reading Georgia Governor Signs Bill Granting Immunity for Harms Caused by Pesticides and Fertilizers

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ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries
The Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) and REACT 19 held a joint press conference today to reveal a trove of secret recordings and FOIA documents of Peter Marks, the former Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. The press conference included ICAN Founder Del Bigtree, Attorney Aaron Siri, and REACT 19’s Brianne Dressen.…Continue reading ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries

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ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries

The Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) and REACT 19 held a joint press conference today to reveal a trove of secret recordings and FOIA documents of Peter Marks, the former Director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. The press conference included ICAN Founder Del Bigtree, Attorney Aaron Siri, and REACT 19’s Brianne Dressen.…Continue reading ICAN Releases Recordings of FDA’s Peter Marks; Vaccine Official Dismissed Vaccine Injuries
HHS Releases 400-page Gender Affirming Care Report Citing Weak Evidence For Medical Interventions in Minors

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released a 400-page umbrella review of systematic reviews of treatments for pediatric gender dysphoria in children and adolescents. The report cites 409 sources and concludes that there is weak evidence to support medical interventions for minors and there are significant risks. The report suggests more research…Continue reading HHS Releases 400-page Gender Affirming Care Report Citing Weak Evidence For Medical Interventions in Minors
HHS and FDA Launch Plan to Eliminate Petroleum-Based Food Dyes in U.S. Products

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and FDA Administrator Marty Makary, MD, MPH, announced steps the FDA is taking to transition away from synthetic petroleum-based food dyes, which aligns with European countries. Secretary Kennedy talked about the negative health effects associated with these food dyes and vowed to make changes as part of his role…Continue reading HHS and FDA Launch Plan to Eliminate Petroleum-Based Food Dyes in U.S. Products
EPA Plans To Ban Animal Testing; FDA To Remove Animal Testing Requirements For Some Drugs

The EPA and FDA both announced plans to phase out animal testing in favor of alternatives. EPA Commissioner Lee Zeldin announced that the agency would reinstate the directive signed during the first Trump administration. At that time, the EPA committed to reducing animal testing by 30% before 2025, but the Biden administration effectively halted those…Continue reading EPA Plans To Ban Animal Testing; FDA To Remove Animal Testing Requirements For Some Drugs
DOJ Probes Cal-Maine for Price-Fixing as Egg Profits Soar 247%

Cal-Maine Foods announced it is being investigated by the antitrust division of the United States Department of Justice for alleged price-fixing of eggs. The corporation controls about 20% of the US egg supply. It is also a primary recipient of indemnity payments related to the Highly-Pathogenic Avian Flu (HPAI) from the US Department of Agriculture.…Continue reading DOJ Probes Cal-Maine for Price-Fixing as Egg Profits Soar 247%
Peter Marks Resigns From FDA As HHS Fires 10,000 Employees In Reorganization Effort

Dr. Peter Marks, an FDA official involved in Operation Warp Speed, has resigned from his position as director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER). Marks started his career at the FDA as deputy director of the CBER in 2012 and has been the director since 2016. CBER is tasked with ensuring biological…Continue reading Peter Marks Resigns From FDA As HHS Fires 10,000 Employees In Reorganization Effort
Utah Becomes First State to Ban Community Water Fluoridation

Utah has banned the fluoridation of public drinking water after Governor Spencer Cox signed the bill into law on Thursday. The bill passed the state’s House and Senate and was awaiting the signature of Governor Cox to become official. FAN comments on Utah’s historic decision to ban water fluoridation statewide: “What Utah has accomplished is…Continue reading Utah Becomes First State to Ban Community Water Fluoridation
Senate Confirms NIH & FDA Directors; HHS Restructures to Cut Costs and Improve Efficiency

The Senate has confirmed that Dr. Jay Bhattacharya will lead the NIH and Dr. Marty Makary will lead the FDA. Dr. Bhattacharya is most well-known for his contribution to the Great Barrington Declaration, an open letter criticizing the COVID-19 pandemic response, lockdowns, and mask mandates. After receiving the nomination to lead the NIH, Dr. Bhattacharya…Continue reading Senate Confirms NIH & FDA Directors; HHS Restructures to Cut Costs and Improve Efficiency
Amazon Removes Option to Opt Out of Voice Recording Storage

Amazon announced it is removing the option to opt out of sending voice recordings for users of the Echo Dot, the Echo Show 10, and the Echo Show 15. This feature was reportedly only used by 0.03% of users, while all other consumers who utilize these devices have been sending their recordings to Amazon. The…Continue reading Amazon Removes Option to Opt Out of Voice Recording Storage

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