Public health experts raise concerns over Trump's nomination of RFK Jr. for HHS leadership
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Public health experts are concerned about Donald Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy, known for spreading vaccine misinformation, could influence key health agencies like the CDC and FDA. Experts warn that Kennedy's leadership may undermine trust in vaccines and public health. They fear he could promote misleading information, which might lead to increased vaccine-preventable diseases. Some experts express hope for his focus on food and nutrition reform. Kennedy's confirmation faces challenges in the Senate, but experts are alarmed by the implications of his nomination. They believe it reflects a troubling trend away from science-based health policies.