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FDA Chief's Vaccine Overhaul Sparks Controversy Amid Child Deaths Claims

12/4/2025

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Vinay Prasad, the FDA's chief medical officer, announced plans to overhaul vaccine regulations.
He claimed at least 10 child deaths are linked to COVID vaccinations.
Health experts say the memo lacks evidence and transparency and deviates from established FDA practices, raising concerns about vaccine availability and public trust.
Experts warn that undermining vaccine confidence could lead to preventable deaths, especially as children remain vulnerable to severe illness from COVID.

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Vinay Prasad, the FDA's chief medical officer, announced plans to overhaul vaccine regulations.
He claimed at least 10 child deaths are linked to COVID vaccinations.
Health experts say the memo lacks evidence and transparency and deviates from established FDA practices, raising concerns about vaccine availability and public trust.
Experts warn that undermining vaccine confidence could lead to preventable deaths, especially as children remain vulnerable to severe illness from COVID.