MTHA Applauds Confirmation of RFK

Austin, TX – Make Texans Healthy Again (MTHA) applauds the confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services. 

“For too long, our healthcare system has prioritized expensive treatments over prevention, ignoring the root causes of chronic disease—poor nutrition, ultra-processed foods, lack of movement, and inadequate access to proactive care,” said Travis McCormick, founder of MTHA. “RFK Jr.'s confirmation represents a unique opportunity to rethink public health—one that prioritizes affordability, transparency, and health freedom, ensuring individuals have the resources to take control of their own well-being. Together, we can create a healthier, stronger Texas—where thriving, not just surviving, is the standard.”

Chronic issues like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity account for the majority of healthcare costs, with Texas Medicaid spending tripling over the last two decades. Nearly 70% of adult Texans are overweight or obese, mirroring a national trend where obesity rates have soared from 14.5% in 1971 to 42.8% today. Poor nutrition and lack of physical activity are major contributors to this crisis. Ultra-processed foods now account for 57% of the average American’s calorie intake. Shockingly, the consumption of high-fructose corn syrup has increased by 7,300% since 1970, fueling metabolic dysfunction. Today, 93% of Americans fail key metabolic health markers, highlighting the scale of the problem.

The Make America Healthy Again movement continues to gain momentum nationwide, signaling a demand for policies that move beyond pharmaceutical dependency and toward prevention-based solutions. MTHA is a grassroots organization committed to advancing state-level policies that promote transparency, affordability, access, and health freedom.

To learn more or join the fight, visit MakeTexansHealthyAgain.com.

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