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health1 month ago•7 min saved

FDA Proposes Stricter Vaccine Standards Amid Controversies

An FDA official proposed new, vague standards for vaccine testing that could hinder the development and access to vaccines, including demanding randomized controlled trials for vaccines like those for COVID-19 and influenza, which experts argue are impractical and could delay or restrict vaccine availability, especially for vulnerable populations like pregnant women and children.

via CIDRAP|

#covid-19-vaccines #fda #health

health4 months ago•5 min saved

RFK Jr. Calls for Placebo Testing on New Vaccines, Critics Argue Against Scientific Validity

RFK Jr. advocates for all new vaccines to be tested against placebos, but many experts argue this isn't always scientifically or ethically appropriate, especially when effective vaccines already exist. The debate centers on balancing rigorous safety testing with ethical considerations, as most childhood vaccines were historically tested against placebos, but modern standards often prevent placebo use when effective treatments are available.

via PBS|

#health #medical-ethics #placebo