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Because FDA approvals and authorizations happen upstream of CDC recs, FDA is the real power broker in this situation. For all Makary’s talk of “making decisions with your doctor,” his proposal to restrict future updated shots could effectively end COVID vax for average-risk children within months.
FDA head Marty Makary today called #CDC 's vaccine expert panel a "kangeroo court" that "rubber stamps" every vaccine. 1. Vaccines come to #ACIP after approval by FDA. 2. ACIP doesn't automatically recommend as broad use as FDA does. Eg: RVS vaccines for adults. www.statnews.com/2025/06/01/f...
FDA commissioner evades questions on Covid shot, calls CDC panel a ‘kangaroo court’
In a new interview, the FDA commissioner had few answers on how Americans should think about Covid vaccines. Instead, he urged them to consult with their doctors.
www.statnews.com
June 2, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Because FDA approvals and authorizations happen upstream of CDC recs, FDA is the real power broker in this situation. For all Makary’s talk of “making decisions with your doctor,” his proposal to restrict future updated shots could effectively end COVID vax for average-risk children within months.
A veteran of the only successful government reduction effort in 30 years has a warning for Elon Musk: ‘All hell is going to break loose’ - FORTUNE
February 25, 2025 at 7:13 PM
A veteran of the only successful government reduction effort in 30 years has a warning for Elon Musk: ‘All hell is going to break loose’ - FORTUNE