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Vaccine Trust Erodes as Kennedy Jr. Dismisses Panel

6/21/2025

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In Washington, D.C., a rift among parents deepens as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dismisses a crucial vaccine panel, fueling distrust in federal health advice. Experts emphasize the importance of turning to trusted sources like primary care physicians, the CDC, and WHO for clarity in these uncertain times.

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In Washington, D.C., a rift among parents deepens as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dismisses a crucial vaccine panel, fueling distrust in federal health advice. Experts emphasize the importance of turning to trusted sources like primary care physicians, the CDC, and WHO for clarity in these uncertain times.