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Kennedy renews attacks on vaccines at Children’s Health Defense conference

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: STAT
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What happened

Kennedy, who previously downplayed his anti-vaccine activism, has now made it a key element in midterm elections and central to his legacy as HHS secretary.

Key facts

  • Reported by STAT and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:40:04 UTC.

Why it matters

Outbreaks, approvals and guidance changes have direct practical consequences for care, travel and public-health planning.

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  1. Kennedy moves to revive preventive services panel with new members, after months of vacancies

  2. Kennedy renews attacks on vaccines at Children’s Health Defense conference

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