The Trump administration has ordered a freeze on federal health agency communications until at least February 1st, according to a memo from The Associated Press. HHS acting Secretary Dorothy Fink ordered an immediate pause on federal health agency communications, including regulations and public announcements, pending approval by a political appointee. The directive affects agencies such as the CDC, NIH, and FDA, raising concerns from public health experts. While officials say such pauses are typical during transitions, critics warn it could hinder timely responses to outbreaks.