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The New Rules of School Lunch Oct 16, 2025

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.California will ban ultra-processed foods from school meals by 2035, while the USDA’s new national standards cut added sugar and sodium starting 2025. Drs. Alicia and Stephanie Rolin explain what’s changing on the lunch tray and why it matters for kids’ health.

Note: This is not intended to be medical advice, and the content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of their employers or funders.

When Health Shuts Down Oct 07, 2025

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When the government shuts down, parenting doesn’t. Stephanie and Alicia walk through how the federal shutdown touches kids’ care — vaccines, prescriptions, WIC, Head Start, even research. The systems that keep families healthy are still standing, but stretched thin. What to expect this week, and how to prepare.

This episode is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or legal advice. The views expressed are those of the hosts and do not necessarily represent the official positions of their employers, funders, or affiliated institutions.

COVID Vaccines: New Rules, New Gaps Sep 30, 2025

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.This fall, families are running into a vaccine patchwork: the FDA pulled key COVID authorizations in August, the American Academy of Pediatrics is still recommending shots for little ones, and states are making their own rules. Drs. Alicia and Stephanie Rolin untangle the mess including why pharmacies are turning some kids away, how state alliances are filling the gaps, and what parents can do right now to keep their families protected.

Note: This is not intended to be medical advice, and the content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of their employers or funders

Social Media & Teen Health: Beyond Screen Time Sep 17, 2025

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.Phones are everywhere in kids’ lives: classrooms, bedrooms, buses. This week on Rolin Forward, Drs. Alicia and Stephanie Rolin unpack the evidence on phones, social media, and teen health. Because in 2025, the debate isn’t just about distraction, it’s about mental health, community, and safety in a world where every crisis goes viral.

Note: This is not intended to be medical advice, and the content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of their employers or funders.

Tylenol & Autism: What Parents Should Know Sep 09, 2025

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Scary headlines claim Tylenol in pregnancy may be linked to autism - but what does the science actually say? In this episode, Drs. Alicia and Stephanie Rolin cut through the noise. We explain the anticipated report from HHS, what the strongest studies show, and why professional groups like ACOG still recommend acetaminophen as the safest option for pain and fever in pregnancy.

Note: This is general information, not medical advice. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of their employers or funders

Back to School: Parents, Kids & the Return to Routine Sep 03, 2025

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Backpacks packed, alarms set, and … chaos everywhere? It’s back to school season, and with it come the challenges of shifting sleep schedules, first-day jitters, parent stress, and the pressure to do it all.

In this episode, Drs. Alicia and Stephanie Rolin break down what this transition means. From sleep deprivation to forgotten pajama days, we share strategies (and some laughter) to make the return to routine a little smoother, and a lot more human.

Note: This is not intended to be medical advice, and the content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of their employers or funders.

Public Dollar, Religious Schools: Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond Aug 21, 2025

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Oklahoma tried to launch the nation’s first publicly funded religious charter school. And the Supreme Court jumped into action and delivered ... a split decision!?

How? This episode is the latest in our SCOTUS Summer series, where we tackle Supreme Court cases, and deliver a song that explains it all.

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This is not intended to be medical advice, and the content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of their employers or funders.

ABOUT US:

I'm Dr. Alicia Rolin; I work in emergency pediatrics and do research.

I'm Dr. Stephanie Rolin, an emergency psychiatrist and grant-funded researcher.

And yes, we're sisters. We break down the biggest stories affecting your health, so you can keep moving forward. #RolinForward.

A Win for Disability Rights: AJT vs. Osseo Aug 04, 2025

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This week on Rolin Forward, Drs. Alicia and Stephanie Rolin break down A.J.T. v. Osseo Area Schools, a 2025 Supreme Court case with major implications for students with disabilities. At the heart of the case: whether students face a higher burden of proof when suing schools for discrimination under the ADA and Section 504. We explain what the Court ruled, why this decision matters for civil rights in education, and what happens next for A.J.T. and other students across the country.

This is not intended to be medical advice, and the content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of their employers or funders.

The Politics of Prevention: Kennedy v. Braidwood Jul 30, 2025

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****Episode

Evidence versus Ideology. This is Kennedy v. Braidwood, the 2025 Supreme Court Case challenging the authority of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. We break down the case, explain what the Court ruled, and what powers now rest with the HHS Secretary.

***Series:

This episode is part of our SCOTUS Summer, where we unpack the recent Supreme Court cases reshaping health in America.

** Hosts

I'm Dr. Alicia Rolin; I work in emergency pediatrics and do research.

I'm Dr. Stephanie Rolin, an emergency psychiatrist and grant-funded researcher.

And yes, we're sisters.

We break down the biggest stories affecting your health, so you can keep moving forward.

With #RolinForward.

*Note:

This is not intended to be medical advice, and the content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of their employers or funders.

Smoke and Mirrors: FDA v. Wages and White Lion Jul 21, 2025

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This week as part of SCOTUS Summer, Drs. Alicia and Stephanie Rolin unpack FDA v. Wages and White Lion, a unanimous 2025 Supreme Court decision affirming the FDA’s authority to regulate flavored e-cigarettes. At first glance, this case might seem like it’s just about mango vapes, but it’s really about science, safety, and how far public health agencies can go to protect youth from addiction.

And yes: we close with a song 🎶

This is not intended to be medical advice, and the content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of their employers or funders.

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