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HHS requests records; vaccine link, screen time, CPR advice

6/5/2026

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In June, HHS is requesting health records from Americans via health-information exchanges, with Nebraska’s exchange joining after receiving funding.
Officials say the data will study a vaccine-autism link, although several states have raised legal concerns and declined.
A Brain Health journal study warned that excessive screen time ages 0-25 may alter brain development, while the Red Cross advises 100-120 chest compressions per minute and checking breathing before using an AED.

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In June, HHS is requesting health records from Americans via health-information exchanges, with Nebraska’s exchange joining after receiving funding.
Officials say the data will study a vaccine-autism link, although several states have raised legal concerns and declined.
A Brain Health journal study warned that excessive screen time ages 0-25 may alter brain development, while the Red Cross advises 100-120 chest compressions per minute and checking breathing before using an AED.