Childhood Health Report Released
Report
Health Secretary RFK Jr. released a report on Tuesday outlining strategies to address childhood chronic disease.
Context
In May, the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission, led by RFK Jr, released a report that identified ultraprocessed foods and prescription drugs as factors contributing to childhood health issues. RFK Jr. has spoken frequently about concerns regarding children's health, including diet, screen time, and medication use. The new report released this week provides details on how the administration plans to implement the MAHA movement's objectives.
Strategy
On Tuesday, RFK Jr. released a 20-page report showing strategies to address childhood diseases through the MAHA Commission. The strategy report described childhood chronic disease as "an existential crisis for our country" and included 128 recommendations covering research initiatives, policy reforms, and public awareness campaigns.
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