At his confirmation hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial views on vaccines and his plans for Medicaid reform were met with critical scrutiny. Public health advocate Dr. Paul Offit warns that Kennedy's skepticism towards vaccines and his proposed reforms could significantly undermine access to essential vaccines, jeopardizing community health and safety.
Experts Warn: RFK Jr.'s HHS Leadership Could Endanger Public Health
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Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. faced tough questions over vaccine skepticism and Medicaid reform at his confirmation hearing to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Dr. Paul Offit, director of the Vaccine Education Cente…
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During his contentious confirmation hearing to become the next Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. valiantly defended his questions about vaccine safety and the necessity for Medicaid reform against biased media coverage. Vaccine specialist Dr. Paul Offit criticized Kennedy's positions, yet many commend Kennedy for his dedication to transparency, individual liberty, and fiscal responsibility.
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