White House mandates move away from overdose prevention in US health programs
The White House mandated a shift away from overdose prevention in U.S. health programs, requiring compliance by July 1. Experts warn that this move represents increased political interference in public health, potentially worsening the opioid crisis and affecting vaccine mandates in schools. The CDC notified state and local programs about the new priorities, causing concern among health officials.
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Published 26 Jun 2026, 20:25 UTC · Updated 26 Jun 2026, 20:50 UTC
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