Politics

The Slow, Painful Degradation of America's Once World-class Public Health System

The Slow, Painful Degradation of America's Once World-class Public Health System

The degradation of the hard-earned world recognition of America's medical science and public health expertise goes far beyond what RFK, Jr. alone represents. It is about the wide-scale dismissal of NIH scientists, the attacks on university-based research, the withdrawal of the U.S. from WHO, and the elimination of USAID.

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How many measles deaths will it take for RFK Jr. to step down?

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How many measles deaths will it take for RFK Jr. to step down?

The U.S. is facing a growing measles crisis, with dangerous “treatments” like cod liver oil being promoted. Plus, massive cuts to HHS and NIH, the resignation of a senior FDA vaccine researcher, and the U.S. withdrawal from the WHO — all represent a disaster for our public health system.

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The A.M.A. is Inexplicably M.I.A.

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The A.M.A. is Inexplicably M.I.A.

So with all that we know about Mr. Kennedy’s truly outlandish ideas, it’s particularly surprising that we have heard nary a word from the A.M.A that should be strongly and publicly opposing Mr. Kennedy’s nomination. Now is their time to protect the nation’s health — not just the special interests of their members.