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RFK Jr.’s cuts to CDC eliminate labs tracking STIs, hepatitis outbreaks
The only lab in the U.S. capable of testing for and tracking antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea, or “super gonorrhea,” was ...
CDC Panel Reviews Vaccine Guidelines Under RFK Jr.: Key Changes to Know
Under direction of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the CDC is considering changes to its recommendations on vaccines ...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggests compensating families of some people with autism
The Health and Human Services secretary defended his claims about children with autism that drew backlash last week, saying ...
FACT FOCUS: Examining RFK Jr.’s claims about measles, autism and diet as head of HHS
KENNEDY, in interview with Sean Hannity that aired on Fox News on March 11: “There are adverse events from the vaccine. It ...
RFK Jr attributes rise in autism to environmental factors, while CDC points to improved diagnostic practices
RFK Jr. and autism experts are at odds over the root cause of autism, as the Department of Health and Human Services launches ...
Rosie O'Donnell Slams RFK Jr. After COVID And Autism Impact Comparison
The comedian is raining down heavily on RFK Jr. for his insensitive comments comparing the effects of autism and COVID-19.
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RFK Jr. exaggerates share of autistic population with severe limitations
The highest figure we found for people with autism severe enough to pose significant challenges to daily living was about one-quarter of the autistic population. More frequently, academic estimates ...
RFK Jr. Says People with Autism 'Will Never Pay Taxes, Hold a Job, Go on a Date,' Sparking Fierce Backlash
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. came under fire for his claims about autism in his first press conference as Trump's secretary of ...