Administration says Make America Healthy Again Commission is working to address chronic disease and improve longevity

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The commission is officially chartered and is carrying out identifiable activities (reports, initiatives, meetings, funding allocations, or published plans) aimed at improving quality of life, longevity, and addressing root causes of chronic disease.

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The President issued a message for American Heart Month urging Americans to take preventive health measures—regular check-ups, exercise, blood pressure and cholesterol control, and balanced diets—and noting genetics play a role in cardiovascular risk. The administration highlighted efforts by the Make America Healthy Again Commission, said it has secured agreements with drug manufacturers to lower prices, launched TrumpRx.gov to provide access to those prices, and introduced the Great Healthcare Plan, which it is urging Congress to enact.

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The Presidents Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission was established by executive order and has produced policy work and a formal strategy aimed at reducing childhood chronic disease and addressing upstream drivers (diet, environmental exposures, prescribing practices). Major outlets and HHS coverage document the commissions reports and initiatives (including a September 2025 MAHA strategy with 120+ initiatives) showing the commission is actively pursuing measures intended to improve quality of life, longevity, and to address root causes of chronic disease. Verdict: True — credible government actions and reporting show the MAHA Commission is actively working on the goals described in the statement.

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Update · Feb 14, 2026, 12:26 AMTrue
The Presidents Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission was established by executive order and has produced policy work and a formal strategy aimed at reducing childhood chronic disease and addressing upstream drivers (diet, environmental exposures, prescribing practices). Major outlets and HHS coverage document the commissions reports and initiatives (including a September 2025 MAHA strategy with 120+ initiatives) showing the commission is actively pursuing measures intended to improve quality of life, longevity, and to address root causes of chronic disease. Verdict: True — credible government actions and reporting show the MAHA Commission is actively working on the goals described in the statement.
Original article · Feb 13, 2026
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