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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: RFK Jr. Dismisses Entire Vaccine Advisory Panel Amid Conflict of Interest Claims
Caption: RFK Jr. Dismisses Entire Vaccine Advisory Panel Amid Conflict of Interest Claims. U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has dismissed all 17 members of the government's vaccine advisory committee, ACIP. He announced the decision in a Wall Street Journal editorial, saying it was necessary to rebuild public confidence in the country's vaccination programs and ensure safety standards are upheld. Kennedy stated the panel's structure has contributed to a breakdown in trust and said the move will allow for a fresh start. Eight of the members were appointed earlier this year under the Biden administration. Some lawmakers and medical groups have raised concerns, warning this decision could disrupt vaccine policy during ongoing public health challenges like the current measles outbreak.Kennedy has not yet revealed who will replace the outgoing members. The committee is scheduled to meet on June 25 to vote on recommendations for several vaccines, including those for COVID, flu, and RSV. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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