Establishing the President's Make America Healthy Again Commission
This executive order establishes the President's Make America Healthy Again Commission to address America's declining health outcomes compared to other developed nations. The order cites concerning statistics about lower life expectancy, high rates of chronic diseases in both adults and children, and rising healthcare costs. The commission will initially focus on childhood chronic diseases, investigating potential causes ranging from nutrition and environmental factors to medical treatments and government policies. The commission, chaired by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, must produce an assessment within 100 days and a comprehensive strategy within 180 days. These documents will analyze contributing factors to childhood health issues and recommend policy changes to reverse negative health trends. The order emphasizes transparency in research, prevention-focused approaches, and reducing corporate influence on health recommendations.
Key Points
- 1Creates a high-level commission involving multiple federal agencies including Health and Human Services, Agriculture, Education, and Environmental Protection
- 2Mandates an initial focus on childhood chronic diseases, with specific examination of medication overuse, environmental toxins, and food quality
- 3Requires a comprehensive assessment within 100 days comparing US childhood health outcomes to other countries
- 4Demands a strategic plan within 180 days to restructure the federal government's approach to childhood health
- 5Emphasizes transparency in health research and reducing industry influence on scientific recommendations