ACP in the News Archive - 2025

‘Medical marijuana’ may be causing more harm than good
The Washington Post
Reclassifying Cannabis In 2026 Means Big Changes For The Workplace
Forbes
Does Medical Cannabis Really Have Any Benefit? Experts Discuss
Healthline
2025 was tumultuous year at U.S. health agencies under Trump, RFK Jr.
UPI
How hepatitis B vaccine changes could add confusion for families, limit protection against other diseases
STAT
Confusion over CDC panel's hepatitis B guidance could disrupt care for babies
NBC News
Regulations, reimbursement, prior auths, advocacy: ACP and the state of U.S. health care
Medical Economics
CDC Panel Ends Call for All Newborns to Get Hepatitis B Vaccine
Bloomberg
CDC Panel Remade by RFK Jr. Votes to Alter Hepatitis B Vaccine Guidance
The Wall Street Journal
RFK Jr.'s vaccine panel says not all newborns need Hep B shots
POLITICO
Vaccine Advisory Panel Again Postpones Vote on Hepatitis B Shot for Newborns
The New York Times
Kennedy’s vaccine advisory committee delays vote on hepatitis B shots for newborns
The Associated Press
‘Medicine is not political’ — ACP President Goldman discusses charged atmosphere around vaccines
Medical Economics
Don't License AI to Prescribe Medication
MedPage Today
ACP Calls for Managed Care Reform
Conexiant
'Dangerous': Medical Groups Slam CDC Changes on Vaccines and Autism
MedPage Today
The CDC revives debunked 'link' between childhood vaccines and autism
NPR
Flu season is upon us, and health officials say it could be really severe
WSB-TV Atlanta
AMA Delegates Consider Becoming 'Public-Facing Megaphone' on Vaccines
MedPage Today
Hypothyroidism in Older Adults: Are We Overtreating Our Patients?
Medscape
No, putting a potato in your sock will not cure a cold
The Washington Post
Providers' lawsuit against RFK Jr. now asks court to nullify ACIP's recent vaccine recommendations
Fierce Healthcare
Disband CDC Vaccine Panel, Updated Lawsuit Says
MedPage Today
Medical Societies Are Facing an Existential Crisis
MedPage Today
ACP Reaffirms Physicians’ Duty to Donor-Patients
Conexiant
What a 'Private Equity Government' Means for Public Health
MedPage Today
Trump's H-1B visa curbs may lure tech talent to China, warns US lawmaker
Business Standard
ACP Releases Position Paper on Colorectal Cancer Screening, Surveillance
HCP Live
AMA: Physicians must lead in developing AI tools to improve patient care and workflow
Medical Economics
Questions remain over how well AI primary care performs
The Boston Globe
Inside the battle for America’s public health
The Washington Post
Why Brittle Bones Aren’t Just a Woman’s Problem
The New York Times
RFK Jr.’s HHS killed a research grant to investigate vaccine safety, then asked the researcher to publicly present results
CNN
Shutting down and digging in
POLITICO
In Hepatitis B Vaccine Debate, CDC Panel Sidesteps Key Exposure Risk
Medscape
Fake 'Medbed' Video Shared by Trump Risks Harm to Patients, Experts Warn
MedPage Today
AMA: Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Worsens The U.S. Doctor Shortage
Forbes
Kennedy’s vaccine panel votes to delay hepatitis B vote
POLITICO
CDC advisers vote that patients must consult a health care provider for Covid-19 vaccination, but no prescription required
CNN
CDC vaccine advisers delay controversial vote on hepatitis B vaccine
The Hill
The Childhood Vaccine Schedule May Soon Change. Here’s What to Know
TIME
American College of Physicians president on CDC vaccine recommendations
ABC News
Kennedy’s Vaccine Panel Votes to Limit Access to Covid Shots
The New York Times
What to Know After the Whirlwind Meeting by RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Panel
The Wall Street Journal
Kennedy is rewriting US vaccine policy — fast and on his terms
Reuters
CDC advisers make their first childhood vaccine edit
The Washington Post
CDC panel votes to push back MMRV vaccine recommendation to 4 years old
The Hill
Who to Trust If You Can’t Trust the CDC
The Atlantic
5 new members added to CDC vaccine advisory panel ahead of key meeting
NPR
If RFK Jr. doesn’t resign, physicians should join a limited strike
STAT
Doctors are joining unions in a bid to improve working conditions and raise wages in a stressful health care system
The Conversation
Large Physicians' Group Calls for RFK Jr.'s Removal
MedPage Today
RFK Jr. and Senators Spar in Fiery US Health Policy Hearing
Bloomberg
When Medicare Punishes, Who Really Pays?
Medscape
As the FDA approves new COVID vaccine guidelines for the fall, Colorado might look elsewhere for guidance
Colorado Public Radio
Public Commenters Overwhelmingly Oppose EPA’s Plan to Curtail Key Climate Protections
Mother Jones
If RFK Jr. Won’t Resign, What Can Healthcare Professionals Do?
MedCentral
Blocking physician input on vaccines endangers patients
Modern Healthcare
American College of Physicians urges action as drug shortages hit record highs
Becker’s Hospital Review
ACP: Prescription drug shortages are a public health crisis that needs action now
Medical Economics
In aftermath of shooting, CDC workers told they can stay home
Healio
AMA and other medical associations are kicked out of CDC vaccine workgroups
The Associated Press
Top medical organizations kicked out of CDC vaccine recommendations process call decision "dangerous"
CBS News
Multiple medical groups say they have been barred from work on CDC's panel of vaccine advisers
ABC News
Members of CDC vaccine panel ousted by RFK Jr. say committee has 'lost credibility'
ABC News
US medical groups fill gap with own vaccine guides amid ‘information crisis’
The Guardian
AMA ‘deeply concerned’ that RFK Jr. could fire USPSTF members
Medical Economics
Is it possible to take too much melatonin? We asked the experts.
National Geographic
Medicare doctor pay plan would hit specialists, curb AMA clout
Modern Healthcare
Q&A: CMS’ proposed physician fee schedule and other Medicare updates for physicians
Healio
The Conversations Doctors Are Having About Vaccination Now
The Atlantic
Medicare proposes ‘efficiency’ pay cuts that would hit highly paid specialists the most
STAT
Senator: We're Already Seeing Consequences of RFK Jr's Vaccine Skepticism | Opinion
Newsweek
HHS cancels USPSTF meeting, raising concern among medical groups
Healio
As a doctor, here’s why I’m watching this exceedingly rare lawsuit against RFK Jr.
MSNBC
Doctors’ groups sue Kennedy over Covid shot changes for kids, pregnant people
POLITICO
Medical organizations sue RFK Jr., HHS over vaccine policies
The Hill
Doctors and public health organizations sue Kennedy over vaccine policy change
The Associated Press
Major medical associations sue Kennedy, Trump administration health leaders for Covid-19 vaccine changes
CNN
Medical Societies Sue Kennedy and H.H.S. Over Vaccine Advice
The New York Times
RFK Jr. Sued by Doctors Over Abrupt Changes to Covid Vaccine Guidance
Bloomberg
ACP calls for risk adjustment overhaul to improve health equity, cut red tape
Medical Economics
If Thimerosal Is Safe, Why Is It Being Removed From Vaccines?
TIME
Vaccine Expert: RFK Jr.'s "handpicked replacements lack experience and expertise" (Video)
CNN
International medical graduates due to start residencies caught in visa bottleneck (Video)
CBS News
Unusual pushback, ‘dangerous precedent’: What the first meeting of Kennedy’s CDC advisers reveals about the future of vaccines in America
CNN
Kennedy’s advisers back flu vaccination, but not shots with a rarely used preservative
The Associated Press
What to Know About the Vaccine Preservative Thimerosal
The New York Times
Why is thimerosal back on the CDC's agenda when it's barely in flu shots anymore?
ABC News
How medical groups may preserve vaccine access — and bypass RFK Jr.
The Washington Post
Experts warn RFK Jr. is unraveling the system that kept vaccines safe
ABC News
Inside The CDC Vaccine Committee Making Headlines After RFK Jr. Replaced All Its Members
Forbes
Outside groups organize to form unbiased, independent vaccine panel
NBC News
Republican plans to cap student borrowing could shatter an everyday profession
POLITICO
Republican plans to cap student borrowing could shatter an everyday profession
POLITICO
Internists: Most Diabetes Quality Measures Come Up Short
Medscape
Democrats, major medical groups denounce Supreme Court’s gender-affirming care ruling
The Hill
RFK Jr. is sabotaging the vaccine program. Here’s how to stop him.
The Washington Post
RFK Jr appoints new US vaccine advisers after sacking committee
BBC
RFK Jr. picks new members of influential vaccine committee after purge
The Washington Post
RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Panel Purge Shakes Scientists — and Polio Survivors
Bloomberg
New Migraine Recommendations Make Treatment Options More Accessible
Health Central
Radiologists say tax provision in reconciliation bill will harm private practices
Radiology Business
Physician groups urge Senate to protect loan programs
Becker’s ASC Review
Physician groups warn of bad effects on health care as Senate takes up Big Beautiful Bill
Medical Economics
ACP Experts Say FDA, CDC Moves May Undermine COVID-19 Vaccine Coverage for Millions
American Journal of Managed Care
CDC Drops Guidance for COVID Vaccines for Pregnancy
Medscape
Leading physician groups condemn RFK Jr.'s decision to drop COVID-19 vaccine guidance for children, pregnant women
Medical Economics
From revenue risk to resilience: A new financial model for rural physicians
Medical Economics
Opinion: A CT doctor shortage made worse
The Connecticut Mirror
More than a meeting: Finding education, inspiration, and community in internal medicine
Kevin MD
Proposed cuts to SAMHSA, AHRQ could further stress primary care system
Healio
Prior authorization bill would require true peers make decisions
American Medical Association
Reversing Inaccurate Penicillin Allergy Labeling
Medscape
Private equity and chain business practices in long-term care need more scrutiny, physician group says
McKnights Senior Living
Confirmatory testing ‘not reliable’ for making primary aldosteronism treatment decisions
Healio
A Nation in Pain: Can New Approaches Turn the Tide?
Medscape
Tirzepatide Switch Outperforms Dulaglutide Dose Escalation in T2D: Daily Dose
Patient Care
Three newly approved drugs PCPs should know about
Healio
Conference recap: ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025
Medical Economics
Concern after HHS report advocates for therapy for trans kids over gender-affirming care
ABC News
Trump administration releases 400-page review of gender dysphoria treatment for youths but won’t say who wrote it
CNN
AAFP warns of ‘dangerous precedent’ in health care policy
Medical Economics
Physicians should consider ‘collective empowerment’ to tackle problems in U.S. health care: ACP
Medical Economics
Internal Medicine 2025: inspiration at the annual meeting
KevinMD
How Telemedicine Is Revolutionizing Post-Surgery Recovery
Los Angeles Times
Can AI diagnose, treat patients better than doctors? Israeli study finds out
The Jerusalem Post
Tired of pleasing ‘corporate masters,’ physician union membership rises
Healio
ACP policy update 2025: How cuts to HHS could impact physicians and patients
Medical Economics
Understanding disease overlap in dementia can pave the way for better therapies
Healio
AI and physicians offer distinct strengths in virtual urgent care treatment
News Medical Life Sciences
Will These New Drugs Change Your Practice?
Medscape
Making Collaborative Care Work: Overcoming Barriers to Integrating Mental Health in Primary Care
Patient Care
Prediabetes Affects More than 97 Million Americans but 77 Million of Them Are Not Aware
Patient Care
‘We must be louder’ to combat mistrust in science, medicine
Healio
CDC Advisers Recommend Making RSV Vaccines Available to Younger Age Group
NTD
ACIP Recommends Expanded Use for RSV Vaccines
Infectious Diseases Special Edition
Urine as a jellyfish remedy? Common medical myths patients believe
Healio
ACP Awards $260K for Obesity Equity amid Coverage Cuts to Anti-Obesity Drugs
MedCentral
A New Path to Patient-Centered Decision-Making for Older Adults in the Hospital
HCP Live
Guidelines say skip smoking marijuana for non-cancer pain, AZ doctor says more research is needed
KJZZ Phoenix Radio
How to Navigate Hypertensive Disorders During and After Pregnancy
Medscape
Patients want to talk about cannabis, but get most information from dispensary workers
Healio
Study: AI recommendations for common conditions superior to those from physicians
Healio
How to Cut Through the Noise
Chicago Health Magazine
Misdiagnosis hurts patients and physicians, but good training can reduce errors
Healio
'Severe and irreversible consequences': HHS dismantling sparks calls for reinstatements, RFK Jr.'s resignation
Fierce Healthcare
Health care faces growing digital threats, ACP experts warn
Medical Economics
Colorado lawmakers are quietly trying to RFK Jr.-proof school vaccination requirements
The Colorado Sun
ACP: Guidance Provided for Use of Cannabis in Chronic Noncancer Pain Management
Health Day
ACP Urges Concern for Health Policy Issues, with Shari Erickson, MPH
HCPLive
Cedars-Sinai Study Finds AI Tool Could Improve Care in Virtual Urgent Care Settings
HCPLive
ACP’s special report on health policy warns of mounting disruptions under the Trump administration
Medical Economics
Lung Cancer Screening: A Missed Opportunity for Early Detection
Patient Care
HHS Layoffs to Further Challenge Provider CEOs, Organizations
Health Leaders
Switch to Tirzepatide in T2D More Effective Than Upping Dulaglutide Dose
MedPage Today
New Study Finds An AI’s Clinical Decisions Rivaled Doctors
Forbes
Independent physicians, practices disappearing from rural landscape
Medical Economics
Alopecia Management in Primary Care: Expert Insights from ACP 2025
Patient Care
‘It’s hard to know what you don’t know’: ACP meeting tackles topics across health care
Healio
Read the Letter Scientists Sent to the Trump Administration
The New York Times
Leading Scientists and Healthcare Professionals Affirm Vaccine Safety
Infectious Diseases Special Edition
Can Acupuncture Ease Your Back Pain? Benefits, Risks, and Treatment Options
Health
Match Day Numbers Show ‘Promising’ Change in Radiation Oncology
Oncology News Central
Updated migraine treatment guidelines ‘a long time coming’
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
ACP Issues Clinical Guideline for Pharmacologic Treatment of Acute Episodic Migraine
Health Day
Match Day Reveal: Anesthesiology Still Hot, Family Medicine Is Not
Medscape
Match 2025: ACP, AAFP tout new doctors heading for internal, family medicine
Medical Economics
Women in Medicine: Sponsorship Is Vital for Addressing Historic Inequalities
Infectious Disease Advisor
How the anti-vaccine movement weaponized a 6-year-old's measles death
NBC News
Louisiana medical community pushes back against state’s rollback on vaccine promotion
Medical Economics
Future of Canadian Guidelines, Task Force in Doubt
Medscape
This Vaccine Researcher Was Caught in the NIH Funding Cut Crossfire
MedPage Today
Coalition encourages employers to offer obesity coverage
Healthcare Finance
Match Day 2025: Protecting our students’ futures
KevinMD
Novo Nordisk Offers Wegovy for $499 a Month in Direct-to-Consumer Program
Verywell Health
Doctor pay hike left out of must-pass government funding bill
Modern Healthcare
Five Things Patients With Low Back Pain (LBP) Need From Their Doctors
MedPage Today
Health care providers form a united front against stricter patient privacy rules
STAT
Measles, Influenza, and Bird Flu: How to Protect Yourself
Web MD
Organizations Speak Out Against Trump’s Censorship of Data, Journal Publications
Gastroenterology Advisor
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices February Meeting Postponed
HealthDay
Medicaid work requirements explained amid GOP budget talks
Modern Healthcare
As Missing and Altered CDC Webpages Threaten Patient Care, Efforts Grow to Fill Information Gaps
JAMA Network
Louisiana medical organizations criticize state’s ban on vaccine promotion
WWNO
Leading physician groups call for the protection of Medicaid
Medical Economics
Bring Environmental Sustainability to Your Practice in 2025
MedPage Today
It's National Self-Check Month: Here's what you can do to monitor your health at home
Yahoo! Life
Doctors, grounded in our oath, must act now more than ever
KevinMD
Bill Would Allow AI to Prescribe Drugs
MedPage Today
Trump Shields Disinformation And Censors Health Data. It Will Affect You
Forbes
Leading physician groups: Restoring online CDC, NIH data ‘a public health imperative’
Medical Economics
New ACP Migraine Guidelines Show No Advantage for More Costly, Newer Medications
HCP Live
ACP Issues Primary Care Guidance for Episodic Migraine Headache Prophylaxis
Medscape
ACP releases clinical guidelines for preventing episodic migraines
Healio
Optimizing Episodic Migraine Care: ACP’s Latest Treatment Guidance
AJMC
Humanitarian Research Lab joins international coalition protecting health care workers
Yale School of Public Health
Q&A: ACP president pens letter to Trump administration
Healio
U.S. Senators Chuck Grassley and Dick Durbin Relaunch Bipartisan Effort to Boost Transparency in Prescription Drug Advertisements
Sierra Sun Times
Healthcare groups push back on WHO exit
Becker’s Hospital Review
The first step to addressing the physician shortage
STAT
Big Medicare pay fixes are needed to save this solo practice
American Medical Association
Health expert breaks down acupuncture
KOAT Action News
Navigating the world of artificial intelligence in health care
KevinMD
The Year’s Notable Guidelines: Highlights for Primary Care
Medscape
What Happens To Your Body When You Take Melatonin And Ibuprofen At The Same Time
Health Digest