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health1 year ago

Growing Concerns Over Bird Flu's Potential Impact and Response

Concerns are rising over the potential handling of the H5N1 bird flu outbreak under a second Trump administration, with fears of reduced infectious disease research and vaccine skepticism. Trump's health agency nominees, including vaccine skeptic Dave Weldon, could lead to decreased surveillance and preparedness, risking the resurgence of diseases. Experts worry about cuts to public health infrastructure and the impact on pandemic response, with significant implications for Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act.

via Axios|
#birdflu#health#pandemicpreparedness
business1 year ago

RFK Jr.'s HHS Appointment Sparks Health Sector Concerns

Health stocks fell sharply after Donald Trump nominated vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as US Health Secretary, raising concerns about potential regulatory changes. Shares in major pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, and GSK dropped significantly, reflecting investor uncertainty. Kennedy's stance against "Big Pharma" and his history of spreading controversial health information have spooked the market, despite unclear policy directions. The nomination, if confirmed, could signal a shift from previous administrations' approaches to healthcare regulation.

via BBC.com|
#business#healthstocks#marketreaction
politics2 years ago

"RFK Jr. Secures Spot on Utah's 2024 Presidential Ballot After Legal Challenge"

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent candidate and anti-vaccine advocate, has qualified to appear on the 2024 presidential ballot in Utah, the first state to grant him access. As a member of the Kennedy political dynasty, his campaign raises the possibility of him being a spoiler in the election, potentially affecting the outcomes for the major party candidates. His alignment with both far-right figures and environmentalist causes, along with his controversial stance on public health, could influence voter dynamics in an already polarized political environment.

via POLITICO|
##2024presidentialelection#independentcandidate
politics2 years ago

"RFK Jr. Secures Spot on Utah Presidential Ballot Amid Controversy"

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent candidate and anti-vaccine advocate, has successfully gathered the necessary signatures to appear on the 2024 presidential ballot in Utah, the first state where he has qualified. As a member of the Kennedy political dynasty, his candidacy raises concerns about his potential to act as a spoiler in the election, drawing votes from major party candidates in a politically divided climate. Kennedy's campaign is navigating the complex process of ballot access across different states, while his organization, Children’s Health Defense, is involved in a lawsuit against news organizations for labeling misinformation.

via ABC News|
##2024presidentialelection#independentcandidate
politics2 years ago

"Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Secures Spot on Utah's Presidential Ballot"

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent candidate and anti-vaccine advocate, has qualified to appear on the 2024 presidential ballot in Utah, the first state to grant him access. Kennedy, who comes from a prominent Democratic family, has diverged from the party and is attempting to appeal to a broad range of voters amidst a polarized political climate. His campaign has met the signature requirement in Utah, and his potential impact on the election as a spoiler candidate is being debated, especially given the unpopularity of likely nominees from the major parties. Kennedy's organization is also involved in a lawsuit against several news organizations, including The Associated Press, over the identification of misinformation.

via The Associated Press|
##2024presidentialelection#independentcandidate