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politics2 days ago•7 min saved

Kennedy revamps vaccine-panel charter to stress safety risks amid court fight

After a court ruling paused Kennedy’s overhaul of the ACIP, the HHS-signed charter updates broaden the panel’s mandate to include vaccine safety risks and research gaps, expands membership expertise to include toxicology and vaccine-injury recovery, and allows non-voting liaisons from groups skeptical of vaccines. The changes come as Kennedy, who previously fired ACIP members, seeks to align policy with his anti-vaccine views; critics say the move advances “junk science” while HHS calls it a routine renewal. The charter also tasks ACIP with evaluating international vaccination schedules and enhancing safety surveillance.

via Politico|

#acip #health-policy #politics

politics26 days ago•7 min saved

Judge halts RFK Jr.'s vaccine policy push, freezes ACIP changes

A federal judge stayed Health Secretary RFK Jr.'s appointments to the vaccine advisory panel (ACIP), effectively blocking its upcoming meeting and the January downgrade of certain vaccines to 'shared clinical decision-making,' as litigation over his vaccine-policy changes proceeds; the ruling emphasizes the traditional, evidence-based process for vaccine recommendations and could be appealed.

via Politico|

#acip #court-ruling #health-policy

politics1 month ago•50 min saved

RFK Jr.'s Dunkin' Demands Spark New England Backlash

RFK Jr. used a rally to push closing the GRAS safety loophole and to demand that Dunkin' Donuts and Starbucks show safety data for an iced coffee with 115 grams of sugar, triggering backlash in Massachusetts and New England and prompting a response from Gov. Healey.

via BuzzFeed|

#dunkindonuts #massachusetts #politics

politics1 month ago•50 min saved

Experts Question RFK Jr.'s Claim That Diet Can Cure Mental Illness

RFK Jr. told a Tennessee audience that a keto diet could cure schizophrenia and erase bipolar diagnoses, a claim critics say lacks solid evidence and could mislead people with serious mental illness; the BuzzFeed piece invites doctors and nurses to weigh in on the dangers of equating diet with medical cures.

via BuzzFeed|

#health #medicalhealth #mentalhealth

health2 months ago•5 min saved

CDC Vaccination Data Largely Frozen Ahead of RFK Jr. HHS Nomination

A study in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that about half of the CDC databases updated monthly in early 2025 were not updated by Oct 2025, with 38 outdated databases, 33 of them containing vaccination data. By December only one had any updates, prompting concerns that paused vaccination surveillance could hinder outbreak response and targeted outreach. The piece ties the pauses to RFK Jr.’s anti-vaccine stance, while a DHHS spokesperson calls the changes routine data-management decisions.

via Ars Technica|

#cdc #data-freeze #health

politics1 year ago•6 min saved

Trump's Health Policies: A New Era for American Healthcare?

Donald Trump's potential second term could significantly impact U.S. healthcare, with controversial appointments like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to head the Department of Health and Human Services. Concerns include anti-vaccine stances, privatization of public health programs, and reduced access to reproductive healthcare. Experts warn of an "antiscience" agenda and emphasize the importance of reliable information to mitigate potential harms.

via Gizmodo|

#healthcare #policychanges #politics

health1 year ago

RFK Jr.'s Controversial Stance on Health and Vaccines Sparks Debate

The article discusses five potential ways Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s actions and rhetoric could negatively impact childhood vaccination efforts. It highlights concerns about misinformation and its influence on public health, particularly in undermining trust in vaccines that are crucial for preventing diseases in children.

via The New York Times|

#childhoodimmunization #health #misinformation

health1 year ago•6 min saved

Over a Billion People Affected by Parasitic Worms Globally

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s past infection with a parasitic worm highlights a global health issue affecting over a billion people. Parasitic worms, such as the pork tapeworm, can cause serious health problems like neurocysticercosis, which affects the brain and can lead to seizures and cognitive issues. While these infections are preventable with good hygiene and food safety, they remain prevalent in regions like Asia, Africa, and South America. Efforts to combat these diseases include preventative chemotherapy and potential vaccine development.

via NPR|

#cysticercosis #globalhealth #health

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Late Night Hosts Lampoon Trump's Cabinet as a Circus Act

Late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers, and Stephen Colbert criticized Donald Trump's controversial cabinet picks, including Robert F Kennedy Jr as director of health and human services and Matt Gaetz as attorney general. Kimmel mocked the choices as a 'battalion of bozos,' while Meyers highlighted the potential for corruption and power abuse. Colbert ridiculed Kennedy's conspiracy theories and Gaetz's evasion of consequences for alleged misconduct.

via The Guardian|

#cabinetpicks #latenightshows #mattgaetz

politics1 year ago•17 min saved

Trump's Strategic Cabinet Selections Shape His Presidential Agenda

Donald Trump has announced a series of controversial appointments for his second administration, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services, sparking backlash due to Kennedy's anti-vaccine stance. Senate Democrats and public health experts have criticized the choice, while some Republicans remain cautious. Additionally, Trump has nominated several loyalists to key positions, including Doug Burgum for Interior Secretary and Doug Collins for Veterans Affairs. Meanwhile, Democrats are grappling with their electoral losses and strategizing on how to reconnect with working-class voters, as discussed by Senator Sherrod Brown.

via POLITICO|

#politics #publichealth #rfkjr

health1 year ago•3 min saved

RFK Jr.'s Controversial Health Policy Push: From Raw Milk to Vaccine Skepticism

Calley Means, a health entrepreneur and former consultant to food and drug interests, is working with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the Trump campaign on the "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) movement. This initiative aims to address chronic disease by reforming healthcare incentives and reducing corruption in health agencies. Means emphasizes the need for accurate health information and policy changes, such as eliminating pharmaceutical funding of the FDA's drug approval process. The movement seeks to influence potential policies in a second Trump administration.

via Axios|

#chronicdisease #health #healthcarereform

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Trump's Administration: The Race for Key Positions Begins

Following Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election, significant changes in key positions are anticipated. Elon Musk may be appointed as a 'secretary of cost-cutting,' while Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could oversee public health agencies. Conversely, Jerome Powell, the Federal Reserve Chairman, and special counsel Jack Smith, who has indicted Trump, are likely to be removed from their positions. These potential appointments and dismissals reflect Trump's strategic alignments and policy priorities.

via Fortune|

#elonmusk #jacksmith #jeromepowell

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Nicole Shanahan's Response to Rep. Ro Khanna's Call for RFK Jr.'s Running Mate to Step Down"

Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna urged Nicole Shanahan, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s running mate, to step down, citing concerns that their campaign could aid in Donald Trump's reelection. Shanahan responded publicly, criticizing Khanna's change in stance and emphasizing her commitment to empowering the American public. Khanna's office revealed that he had privately urged Shanahan to reconsider before making the letter public. The move reflects Democratic concerns about third-party candidates impacting the 2024 election, particularly in battleground states where the margin of victory was narrow in 2020.

via CBS News|

#2024election #nicoleshanahan #politics

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Cesar Chavez's Family Takes Stand Against RFK Jr. and Endorses Biden"

The family of César Chávez has demanded that independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stop using images of the iconic labor leader in his campaign, stating that the association is untrue and deceptive. The family has threatened legal action if Kennedy does not comply. This comes as the Chávez family formally endorsed President Joe Biden’s re-election campaign, with one of Chávez’s granddaughters serving as Biden’s 2024 campaign manager. Kennedy's campaign spokesperson emphasized the historical relationship between the Kennedy family and César Chávez, while Kennedy Jr. is holding an event in Los Angeles to "celebrate the life and legacy of Cesar Chavez."

via NBC News|

#cesarchavez #endorsement #laborrights

politicsentertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Celebrity Confusion: Stars Dispute Attendance at RFK Jr.'s Ill-Fated Fundraiser"

A fundraiser birthday party for Robert F. Kennedy Jr., organized by PACs Fighting 4 One America and American Values 2024, turned into a debacle as celebrities like Dionne Warwick, Andrea Bocelli, Mike Tyson, and Martin Sheen publicly denied any involvement or endorsement of the event. Despite the PAC's claims of confirmed attendance, the stars have distanced themselves, with Sheen explicitly endorsing Joe Biden for 2024. Meanwhile, RFK Jr.'s campaign has disassociated from the event's organization, and his siblings have previously denounced his presidential candidacy. Organizers are now scrambling to find talent for the event.

via Page Six|

##birthdaypartycontroversy #celebritydenials