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How these census changes could threaten public health

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What happened

The Trump administration wants to make three big changes to the U.S.Census, including eliminating questions about race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation and excluding anyone who is not a citizen…

Key facts

  • Reported by STAT and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:23:29 UTC.

Why it matters

Outbreaks, approvals and guidance changes have direct practical consequences for care, travel and public-health planning.

What to watch next

  • Case numbers and official guidance updates
  • Regulatory decisions in other countries
  • Supply, recall or access changes

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