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Kennedy's Anti-Vaccine Agenda Threatens Public Health Policies

9/16/2025

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leads the Department of Health and Human Services, promoting anti-vaccine narratives, including claims linking COVID vaccines to child deaths.
He replaced the CDC’s vaccine panel with members known for anti-vaccine views.
Claims of a 1,135% autism risk increase from the Hepatitis B vaccine are unfounded; the CDC study showed no significant link.
Experts warn that undermining the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) could lead to vaccine shortages.
Kennedy's actions may impact vaccine recommendations and legal claims regarding vaccine injuries.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leads the Department of Health and Human Services, promoting anti-vaccine narratives, including claims linking COVID vaccines to child deaths.
He replaced the CDC’s vaccine panel with members known for anti-vaccine views.
Claims of a 1,135% autism risk increase from the Hepatitis B vaccine are unfounded; the CDC study showed no significant link.
Experts warn that undermining the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) could lead to vaccine shortages.
Kennedy's actions may impact vaccine recommendations and legal claims regarding vaccine injuries.