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The Canard of Epidemic Denial

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The Tragic Legacy of Rosemary Kennedy

This chapter examines the heartbreaking story of Rosemary Kennedy and the controversial decision to perform a lobotomy on her, reflecting the Kennedy family's struggles with mental health and societal perceptions of women. It also discusses the broader implications of mental health treatment in the context of the family's legacy, including John F. Kennedy's health issues and RFK Jr.'s environmental activism. The conversation further explores connections between public health, vaccine skepticism, and historical mistrust in medical practices, highlighting the lasting impacts of trauma within the Kennedy lineage.

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