CDC Cuts Leave Women with Chronic Diseases Terrified

CDC Budget Cuts Leave Women with Chronic Illnesses at Risk June 15, 2025 - Washington D.C. - Recent cuts to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are raising serious concerns about the healthcare access for women with chronic conditions, particularly those with sickle cell disease. The video report by NBC News highlights the impact of the elimination of a CDC team responsible for evaluating research and recommending birth control methods for patients with various conditions. The abrupt dismissal of this team has left many women, like D'Asia Jackson, a sickle cell patient, feeling "terrified" about the future of their healthcare. "I am terrified of how healthcare is going to go with all of these cuts being made," Jackson stated in the NBC News report. The report further reveals that the disbanded unit played a crucial role in providing up-to-date guidance to doctors treating at-risk groups. The loss of this expertise leaves healthcare professionals without the necessary support to ensure the safety of their patients. Adding to the concern, a statement released by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) explains a restructuring of maternal and child health programs, aiming to streamline operations and maximize resources. However, the statement does not specifically address the future of the disbanded CDC unit or the continuity of their crucial work. This lack of clarification leaves many questioning the long-term implications for women's health and access to essential care. The situation underscores the importance of adequate funding for public health agencies and the potential consequences of budget cuts on vulnerable populations. The hope is that a solution will be found to ensure continued support for crucial research and guidance for women's healthcare.