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"In spite of the growing chorus demanding action, it’s difficult to imagine Congress moving soon on firearm safety. Our inability to identify safety measures acceptable to all ideologies assures gridlock, but with Americans 10 times more likely to be killed by guns than people in other developed countries, we simply cannot wait." - Dr. Jonathan Fielding

"We are in the midst of a tooth decay epidemic across the U.S. The implications of that epidemic to children’s health throughout their lives are bad enough that the federal government needs to get involved to secure the future health of America’s children." – Dr. Jonathan Fielding

It's time to get serious about a universal flu vaccine.

Capitol Hill's miserable work environment holds a lesson for our own health and well-being.

Pharmaceutical company profits should not outweigh the public interest.

America is facing a Type 2 diabetes epidemic stemming from lack of exercise and poor diet.

Team Trump endangers everyone by scrapping seniors' right to litigate nursing home abuse.

Recent research suggests exercise, a healthy diet and good sleep are key to reducing the risk of dementia.

The new surgeon general can make a real impact in reducing the number of overweight kids.

The president's budget takes several significant steps back in the fight against opioids.

3 big steps we can take to lower the costs of hearing aids for consumers.

If a supplement sounds too good to be true, it probably is.