Health Experts Reveal How They Stay Informed After Trump's Government Cuts — And How You Can, Too
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The latest cuts mean we have less access to food recall alerts and timely information on disease outbreaks.
Since President Donald Trump took office in January, Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency has started dismantling vital federal agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Food and Drug Administration. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — who has a history of spreading anti-vaccine conspiracy theories— is the secretary of Health and Human Services, which oversees 11 operating divisions, including the CDC, the FDA and the National Institutes of Health.
The public isn’t receiving the same level of food recall alerts and timely information on disease outbreaks. If a staffing shortage means no one is available to respond to a health issue, then what should people do? When misinformation circulates and we can’t trust our government institutions to be transparent, how do we navigate our health?
“Being informed is a radical act of self-care right now,” said Cynthia Plotch, a reproductive justice advocate and founder of Winx Health. “Misinformation is rampant and further being amplified to exhaust us and overwhelm us. By staying educated on the issues and actions that matter to you, you’re not only advocating and protecting your own health but participating in a form of resistance. Knowledge is power and helps make empowered decisions for your health. This is not just a form of protection, but a radical act to stand up for your rights and wellbeing.”
We talked to four health experts to find out how they’re getting their information, and how we can use their strategies in our daily lives.
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