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Debate Erupts Over Patient Role in Vaccination Decisions

3/6/2026

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Kush Desai, a White House spokesperson, emphasizes shared decision-making in patient care.
The idea that patients should not be passive in healthcare has sparked controversy around vaccinations.
Casey Means, a candidate for surgeon general, supports vaccines.
Means refrains from directly encouraging their use, citing the need for individual consultations with doctors.

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Story summary

Kush Desai, a White House spokesperson, emphasizes shared decision-making in patient care.
The idea that patients should not be passive in healthcare has sparked controversy around vaccinations.
Casey Means, a candidate for surgeon general, supports vaccines.
Means refrains from directly encouraging their use, citing the need for individual consultations with doctors.