Ex-CDC official warns: ‘Chaos’ under RFK Jr. is endangering lives

Vaccine Hesitancy & Public Health Concerns - Vaccine skepticism stems from confusion and distrust in recommendations, leading to indecision [2][4] - Misinformation and disinformation are key drivers of vaccine rejection among US parents [5] - One in six (16.67%) US parents are rejecting vaccine recommendations due to concerns about side effects and risks [5] - Last year, 271 children died of influenza, with over 90% of them unvaccinated [3] The Role of Scientists & Public Servants - Scientists and public servants have a responsibility to speak out when actions are not in the public's best interest [7][9] - The willingness of scientists to speak out, even leaving the CDC and facing criticism, is crucial for public health [8][9] Impact of Distrust - Efforts to destabilize trust in vaccines and experts, including pediatricians, contribute to indecision and inaction [4]