In the review, unnamed authors determined there's a lack of evidence supporting certain medical interventions, breaking with most medical groups.

HHS released a review Thursday that asserts gender-affirming care for minors has significant risks with little evidence of benefit. Why it matters: The 409-page document contrasts the policies of major medical associations including the American Academy of Pediatrics,

This new “best practices” report is in response to an executive order President Donald Trump issued days into his second term that says the federal government must not support gender transitions for anyone under age 19.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is requiring all new vaccines to undergo placebo testing in a new policy change meant to promote greater transparency.

Per the Post, which first reported the story, “‘All new vaccines will undergo safety testing in placebo-controlled trials prior to licensure — a radical departure from past practices,’ an HHS spokesperson told The Washington Post in response to questions about Kennedy’s comments on the measles vaccines and general vaccine policy."

Here are eight possible indicators of how health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may handle U.S. vaccine policy in coming weeks.