Kennedy calls for a “moonshot” targeted on the role of the microbiome in cancer

Marcel van den Brink: Microbiome research is now in “critical phase” where evidence points to therapeutic use

As stirrings rise of a cancer “moonshot” focused on the relationship between the human microbiome and cancer, City of Hope’s Marcel van den Brink says this is the perfect time for such an influx of support.

USPSTF leaders John Wong and Esa Davis fired by Kennedy, leaving the panel rudderless

Esa M. Davis and John B. Wong have been fired from U.S. Preventive Services Task Force by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

May 22, 2026

Vol.52 No.20

By Claire Marie Porter

Cancer Policy

HHS rescinds vaccine panel charter citing “administrative error”

The charter governing the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will be returned to its previous framework for two years because the Department of Health and Human Services didn’t allow sufficient time for public comment after Robert F. Kennedy crafted a charter more favorable to his policy preferences.

May 22, 2026

Vol.52 No.20

By Claire Marie Porter

Cancer Policy

EPA moves to weaken limits of PFAS in drinking water

EPA is rolling back limits on four types of PFAS chemicals, commonly referred to as “forever chemicals.” Some in this group of nearly 15,000 synthetic chemicals have been linked to a greater risk of cancer.

After a year-long reign over tumult at FDA, Makary heads for the exit
Fruit-flavored e-cigs were the final blow for the commissioner

The immediate impetus for FDA Commissioner Marty Makary’s exit from the top job at FDA is arguably less significant than the legacy of dysfunction he leaves behind.

May 15, 2026

Vol.52 No.19

By Claire Marie Porter

How City of Hope is turning microbiome science into better cancer care

For years, clues pointed to the gut microbiome as a key factor in cancer treatment outcomes. Recent advances in gene sequencing are now clarifying its influence on how patients respond to therapy.

May 15, 2026

Vol.52 No.19

By Marcel van den Brink and Robert Jenq

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Kennedy calls for a “moonshot” targeted on the role of the microbiome in cancer

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Marcel van den Brink: Microbiome research is now in “critical phase” where evidence points to therapeutic use

USPSTF leaders John Wong and Esa Davis fired by Kennedy, leaving the panel rudderless

HHS rescinds vaccine panel charter citing “administrative error”

EPA moves to weaken limits of PFAS in drinking water

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After a year-long reign over tumult at FDA, Makary heads for the exit
Fruit-flavored e-cigs were the final blow for the commissioner