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American Focus > Blog > Health and Wellness > RFK Jr. Shares Confusing Information With Congress. Here’s What It Means For Public Health
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RFK Jr. Shares Confusing Information With Congress. Here’s What It Means For Public Health

Last updated: June 13, 2025 11:34 am
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The Department of Health and Human Services, under the leadership of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., recently came under scrutiny for its decision to remove COVID-19 recommendations for healthy children and pregnant women. In a document sent to Congress, the HHS defended its position using citations from various studies. However, upon closer inspection, many of these studies are either taken out of context, unpublished, or are subject to dispute.

One example cited in the document is a study that supposedly found an increase in placental blood clotting in pregnant mothers who received the COVID-19 vaccine. However, upon review, the study makes no mention of placental blood clots in pregnant women. Similarly, other studies referenced to support claims of the vaccine’s dangers to pregnant women actually affirm the safety and efficacy of the vaccine.

These questionable citations raise concerns about the impact on public health and policy. It is crucial for lawmakers, who may not have a scientific background, to receive accurate and reliable information to make informed decisions that affect public health. Inaccurate information could potentially limit access to life-saving vaccines, such as the COVID-19 vaccine, which has been instrumental in saving millions of lives.

Policies and recommendations not grounded in scientific evidence can lead to the spread of misinformation and increase vaccine hesitancy. This, in turn, can result in more infectious disease outbreaks, as seen with measles and whooping cough. The current measles outbreak in the U.S. is largely fueled by vaccine hesitancy and decreased vaccination rates among children.

Moreover, the lack of trust in science and public health institutions can have far-reaching consequences. Transparency and evidence-based recommendations are essential for building trust and empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health. Without this trust, public health initiatives are at risk of being undermined.

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Secretary Kennedy had promised “radical transparency” and gold-standard science, but sending documents filled with questionable citations and unpublished studies falls short of this commitment. Gold-standard science relies on facts, evidence, and rigorous peer-review to ensure accuracy and reliability. Public health suffers when misinformation is disseminated from authoritative sources.

In conclusion, it is imperative for public health recommendations to be based on sound scientific evidence and transparent communication. Trust in public health institutions is essential for promoting vaccination, preventing disease outbreaks, and safeguarding the well-being of the population. Misinformation and inaccuracies have no place in shaping public health policy and must be addressed to ensure the health and safety of all individuals.

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