Health

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is receiving medical treatment for scabies, a contagious skin condition, the White House confirmed Monday, marking an unusual health development for the 79-year-old president.

Washington — Dr. Casey Means, President Donald J. Trump’s nominee for U.S. Surgeon General, offered unexpected remarks on the herbicide glyphosate during her Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee confirmation hearing Wednesday, suggesting the widely used chemical could have potential therapeutic effects against COVID-19 and autism spectrum disorders.

WASHINGTON — The White House announced Thursday the launch of TrumpRX, a federal prescription discount platform that officials say will provide “historic savings” on medications by cutting out third-party middlemen. The program marks the first time a U.S. government initiative will operate exclusively on digital currency — accepting only Bitcoin and the Trump-branded cryptocurrency known as $TRUMP coin.

Washington, D.C., — The White House on Monday released a set of MRI scans belonging to President Donald J. Trump. The disclosures, officials said, were intended to address questions surrounding the controversial appointment of Alina Habba as U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey.

Glendale, AZ -- Erika Kirk, a media personality and advocate known for her work on conservative and social issues, confirmed Sunday that she is eight weeks pregnant. The announcement, made during an interview with Megyn Kelly, included few personal details and did not identify the father.

Kirk, 33, shared that she was “grateful and healthy” but requested privacy during the early stages of her pregnancy. “This is a deeply personal time,” her statement read. “I’m focusing on health, faith, and gratitude for this new chapter.”

Washington, D.C. — First Lady Melania Trump addressed the nation Tuesday evening from the White House Rose Garden, directly confronting widespread rumors that President Donald J. Trump had passed away.

Speaking at a lectern flanked by the American flag and seasonal floral displays, Mrs. Trump assured the public that her husband is alive and continuing his work. Her remarks lasted roughly ten minutes and were delivered in a calm, measured tone.

Washington, D.C. — Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. today announced the dismissal of the entire senior leadership team at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The decision marks the most dramatic shake-up at the nation's top public health agency in its history and signals a sharp pivot in the Department of Health and Human Services’ relationship with federal health science institutions.

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy is recovering after being treated for an unusual parasitic infection caused by the New World screwworm fly, officials confirmed Sunday.

Atlanta - Following a shooting incident near the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters in Atlanta, President Trump has ordered the immediate deployment of National Guard troops to the facility. The move aims to bolster security for CDC staff and safeguard the nation’s supply of mRNA vaccines.

New York — Media personality Howard Stern is reportedly hospitalized in New York with symptoms consistent with chikungunya virus, after a recent vacation in Thailand. While neither Stern’s representatives nor his medical team have issued an official statement, several sources—including a television insider and entertainment media outlets—have claimed Stern is receiving treatment at a private clinic in Manhattan.