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health1 year ago

Trump's NIH Pick Sparks Controversy Over COVID Stance

Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford researcher known for advocating herd immunity during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the National Institutes of Health. Bhattacharya co-authored the controversial Great Barrington Declaration, which opposed lockdowns and mask mandates, suggesting that allowing the virus to spread among the young and healthy could build natural immunity. His nomination has raised concerns, especially among long COVID patients and advocates, about the future direction of NIH research and funding under the Trump administration.

via KQED|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates Lockdown Skeptic Jay Bhattacharya as NIH Director

Donald Trump has nominated Jay Bhattacharya, a known lockdown sceptic, to lead the National Institute of Health (NIH), pending Senate confirmation. Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor and co-author of the Great Barrington Declaration, has criticized blanket lockdowns during the Covid-19 pandemic, arguing they caused unnecessary harm. His appointment is part of a broader shake-up in health leadership, including vaccine sceptics like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Critics, including former NIH director Francis Collins, have labeled Bhattacharya's views as dangerous, while supporters argue for a reevaluation of lockdown policies.

via The Telegraph|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates COVID-Skeptic Jay Bhattacharya to Lead NIH

President-elect Donald Trump plans to nominate Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor known for opposing Covid lockdowns, as the director of the National Institutes of Health. Bhattacharya co-authored the "Great Barrington Declaration," advocating for herd immunity through natural infection, a stance criticized by many health experts. Trump also intends to appoint Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine skeptic, to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, and Jim O’Neill as deputy secretary. Bhattacharya aims to reform American scientific institutions to restore public trust.

via NBC News|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Appoints COVID Lockdown Critic Jay Bhattacharya as NIH Director

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor known for opposing COVID-19 lockdowns, to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya co-authored the Great Barrington Declaration, advocating for 'Focused Protection' over widespread lockdowns, which he argued had negative health impacts. His nomination, alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the Department of Health and Human Services, reflects Trump's intent to reshape U.S. health policy. Bhattacharya's stance on lockdowns remains controversial, though some former critics have reconsidered their views.

via Al Jazeera English|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates COVID Mandate Critic Jay Bhattacharya for NIH Director

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford health researcher and critic of COVID-19 mandates, to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya's nomination, which requires Senate confirmation, could significantly impact the future of medical science and NIH's structure. His involvement in the controversial "Great Barrington Declaration" has drawn criticism from some public health experts, while others see him as a qualified leader who could bring fresh perspectives to the agency. The nomination comes amid broader discussions about potential restructuring and budget changes at the NIH.

via NPR|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates Jay Bhattacharya, COVID Lockdown Critic, for NIH Director

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford physician and economist known for his controversial views on Covid-19, as the new director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya, a critic of lockdowns and mandates during the pandemic, has called for significant reforms at the NIH, accusing former leaders of stifling scientific debate. His appointment aligns with Trump's pattern of selecting contrarian figures for health roles, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS secretary. Bhattacharya's nomination has been praised by supporters of his pandemic stance, including Senator Rand Paul.

via POLITICO|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Nominates COVID Critic Dr. Jay Bhattacharya for NIH Director

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford University health policy professor known for criticizing COVID-19 lockdowns, as the director of the National Institutes of Health. Bhattacharya will work alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump's pick for Secretary of Health and Human Services, to address America's health challenges. Trump also nominated Jim O'Neil as deputy secretary of HHS to enhance management and accountability.

via ABC News|
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politics1 year ago

Trump Appoints Covid Lockdown Critic Jay Bhattacharya as NIH Director

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Jay Bhattacharya, a Covid lockdown sceptic and co-author of the Great Barrington Declaration, to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya, a Stanford-trained physician and economist, is known for opposing widespread lockdowns during the pandemic. Trump's health team also includes other controversial figures like Robert Kennedy Jr., Marty Makary, and Dave Weldon, all of whom have expressed skepticism about the mainstream public health response to Covid-19. These nominations require Senate confirmation.

via BBC.com|
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politics1 year ago

Jay Bhattacharya Emerges as Leading Candidate for NIH Director Under Trump

Jay Bhattacharya, a physician and economist from Stanford University, is reportedly the leading candidate to be appointed by President-elect Donald Trump as the next director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya has proposed significant changes to the NIH, including a shift towards funding more innovative research and reducing the influence of long-serving officials. He recently met with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who was impressed by his ideas for overhauling the nearly $50 billion agency.

via The Washington Post|
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politics1 year ago

Jay Bhattacharya Leads Race for Trump's NIH Director Choice

Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor known for opposing Covid-19 lockdowns, is the leading candidate to head the National Institutes of Health under Trump's administration. Bhattacharya, an ally of vaccine skeptic Robert Kennedy Jr., would join other controversial health appointees, raising concerns among public health officials. His potential nomination aligns with Trump's healthcare agenda, which includes significant influence from Kennedy, despite criticism from the pharmaceutical industry and public health bodies.

via Financial Times|
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