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Vaccine Integrity Threatened by Kennedy's Advisory Ouster

6/18/2025

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Former U.S. vaccine advisory committee members, ousted by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., voiced alarm over the potential damage to vaccine integrity. They warn that his decisions could undermine public health and erode trust in vaccines, highlighting the program's success in preventing diseases and reducing costs. A pivotal vote on vaccine recommendations looms ahead.

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Former U.S. vaccine advisory committee members, ousted by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., voiced alarm over the potential damage to vaccine integrity. They warn that his decisions could undermine public health and erode trust in vaccines, highlighting the program's success in preventing diseases and reducing costs. A pivotal vote on vaccine recommendations looms ahead.