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New federal dietary guidelines: U-M experts weigh in

New recently announced federal dietary guidelines are a sharp departure from previous such guidelines, including a specific focus on processed foods, an emphasis on red meat and full-fat dairy, and a softening of guidance about alcohol.

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Navigating federal call for fewer childhood vaccines

The federal government’s recent decision to decrease the number of recommended childhood vaccines from 17 to 11—and fall more in line with other high-income countries—is raising questions and concerns among families, health care providers, schools and state public health leaders.

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On the Heights: December 2025

Michigan Public Health faculty and researchers advance digital health research, examine global school feeding programs, and share expertise on healthcare spending, noise pollution, and the power of public health storytelling.