Trump really could empower RFK Jr. to wreck public health
The Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Vaccine Safety Research Foundation
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was born in Washington, D.C. in 1954.
He is the son of Robert F. Kennedy and Ethel Kennedy.
He is a lawyer and environmental activist.
Kennedy and Donald Trump
Kennedy has been a vocal critic of vaccines.
He has claimed that vaccines are linked to autism.
These claims have been repeatedly debunked by the scientific community.
Trump's anti-vaccine advisor
In February 2020, Trump appointed Kennedy to a vaccine safety advisory committee.
Kennedy's appointment was widely criticized by the medical community.
Many experts believe that Kennedy's appointment will lead to a decline in vaccination rates.
The risks of declining vaccination rates
Declining vaccination rates can lead to a resurgence of deadly diseases.
Measles, mumps, and rubella are all diseases that can be prevented by vaccines.
If vaccination rates decline, these diseases could make a comeback.
What can be done?
There are a number of things that can be done to prevent a decline in vaccination rates.
One important step is to educate parents about the importance of vaccines.
Another important step is to make vaccines more accessible and affordable.
Conclusion
The appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to a vaccine safety advisory committee is a serious threat to public health.
Declining vaccination rates could lead to a resurgence of deadly diseases.
It is important to take steps to prevent this from happening.