Health experts express concern over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s appointment as U.S. health secretary

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been appointed as the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services by President Donald Trump. This decision has raised concerns among health experts due to Kennedy's history of promoting vaccine misinformation and skepticism about established health practices. Kennedy plans to address issues like corporate influence in health agencies and aims to improve food safety and nutrition. He has also suggested removing fluoride from drinking water, a move that has sparked debate among public health officials regarding its potential health impacts. While some of Kennedy's ideas on food policy have received support, many experts remain skeptical about his commitment to public health. They worry that his past statements and actions could undermine vaccination efforts and infectious disease research.