CDC faces high-stakes vote on vaccines
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dismissed the CDC director and advisory committee last month. Today, the new panel begins a two-day meeting to decide on vaccine recommendations.
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California, western states issue COVID vaccine guidelines that break with CDC
California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington on Wednesday issued unified recommendations on COVID-19, influenza and RSV vaccines that differ from those issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Ousted CDC Director Susan Monarez testifies about RFK Jr., vaccines
Former CDC Director Susan Monarez and Chief Medical Officer Debra Houry testified before a Senate panel weeks after departing in a dramatic shakeup at the health agency.
What's at stake in CDC vaccine panel's meeting this week
A two-day meeting of the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with new members appointed by RFK Jr., could reshape public trust in childhood vaccines and reduce access.
Monarez challenges RFK Jr.'s reason for firing her
Former CDC Director Susan Monarez on Wednesday told a Senate committee on Wednesday her side of getting fired by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Doctor on ex-CDC director's testimony
Former CDC Director Susan Monarez testified before lawmakers on Capitol Hill on Wednesday in the wake of her firing in August. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder joins to discuss the moments that stood out to her.
Ex-CDC director on vaccine committee changes
Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine asked former CDC Director Susan Monarez at a Senate hearing on Wednesday if Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. consulted her about replacing members on the vaccine advisory committee. Monarez said no.
U.S. vaccine rules under review
A committee convened by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an outspoken vaccine skeptic, meets this week to review potential changes to U.S. vaccine guidelines. Cristian Benavides reports on how parents and doctors in Florida are reacting.
New CDC advisory panel members include more COVID vaccine critics
HHS and CDC announced five new members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices just days ahead of a scheduled meeting that's likely to discuss COVID vaccines and more.
Poll on U.S. parents' vaccine skepticism
One in six parents in the U.S. said they've skipped or delayed vaccinating their children, according to a new KFF-Washington Post poll. Dr. Dyan Hes, a pediatrician and medical director of Highline Modern Medicine, joins with more.
Western states uniting to set vaccine rules
Oregon, California, Washington and Hawaii have created a health alliance with the goal of setting their own vaccine recommendations. Hawaii Gov. Josh Green joins CBS News to discuss why his state joined the effort.
RFK Jr. releases report on children's health
The Trump administration has released a blueprint for fighting childhood chronic disease. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. called the effort unprecedented Tuesday. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder breaks it down.
NIH whistleblower describes vaccine clash
In a CBS News exclusive interview, Dr. Jeanne Marazzo, who was a top scientist at the NIH until late March, says she was removed after clashes over vaccines.
NIH whistleblower details clash over vaccines with Trump officials
A former NIH official says she was removed after clashes over vaccines, accusing RFK Jr. and his deputies of posing "a substantial and specific danger to public health and safety."
NIH whistleblower on why she was ousted
The upheaval sparked by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine skepticism has now spread beyond the CDC to the agency that funds vaccine research. Dr. Jeanne Marazzo, former acting director for the National Institutes of Health, says she was ousted after speaking up about the importance of childhood flu vaccines.
What's at stake over ending vaccine mandates
Florida's surgeon general has confirmed his office did not conduct any analysis to project how removing school vaccine requirements would impact children in the state. The rollback of some vaccine rules is expected to take effect in the next 90 days. It comes as vaccination rates nationwide are decreasing. Dr. Celine Gounder joins to discuss what's at stake.
OBGYN on Tylenol use during pregnancy
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Department of Health and Human Services will release a report soon suggesting that pregnant women's use of Tylenol might be linked to autism. Dr. Franziska Haydanek, an obstetrician and gynecologist, joins "The Takeout" to discuss what the research says.
Florida's decision to end vaccine rules wasn't based on data, surgeon general says
Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo said his department did not do any data analysis on how a change in vaccine rules could affect outbreaks of diseases like measles, polio or whooping cough.
Commentary: Health expert's plea to GOP senator regarding RFK Jr.
Dr. Timothy Johnson has a message for a fellow doctor, Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who'd promised oversight of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Former CDC physicians speak out against new vaccine policies
Four physicians, who recently resigned from the CDC in protest, tell "Sunday Morning" they believe HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is jeopardizing the nation's public health.
Former CDC physicians speak out against new vaccine policies
Four physicians, who resigned from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in protest against the firing of the CDC's director by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., tell Robert Costa they believe the Health and Human Services Secretary is jeopardizing the public health infrastructure of our nation. They also argue the CDC's new COVID vaccine recommendations for children and pregnant women are "completely not based in any evidence that world experts agree on."
What's next after Florida announced plan to ban vaccine mandates?
Students have long been required to receive vaccinations for once-common childhood illnesses like polio and measles. What if that changes?
Polling on RFK Jr., vaccine availability
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified on Capitol Hill Thursday where he denied limiting access to vaccines. Despite his denial, CBS News polling found Americans do believe Kennedy Jr.'s policies have had an impact on vaccine availability. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys, Anthony Salvanto, has more.
Questions RFK Jr. faced in Capitol Hill hearing
Lawmakers grilled Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about changes he has made since taking office. Unlike the usual partisan show, the pointed questioning came from both parties. Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Bipartisan concern over RFK Jr., vaccines
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified Thursday before the Senate Finance Committee about his vaccine policies, trust in America's health agencies and recent shakeups at the Centers for Disease Control. Lawmakers from both parties had tough questions for Kennedy. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
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