Osterholm Update Episode 185: Our Light, Our Fight
Jun 12, 2025
Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall delve into the remaking of the CDC's vaccine advisory group and the implications of recent policy changes on vaccination practices. They discuss the alarming rise in measles cases and the FDA's approval of a new COVID-19 vaccine. The cancellation of a critical H5N1 vaccine contract and its potential impact on pandemic preparedness is explored. The urgent need for community advocacy and involvement in vaccination is also highlighted, emphasizing collective action in public health.
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ACIP Overhaul Threatens Science
- RFK Jr. removed all 17 members of the CDC's ACIP, disrupting vaccine policy and science reliance.
- This unprecedented action threatens public health foundations by sidelining independent scientific review.
ACIP Transparency and Integrity
- Claims that ACIP meetings are closed and influenced by pharma funding are false.
- ACIP meetings are public with full disclosure, and conflicts of interest are managed to protect integrity.
Misinformation Drives COVID Policy
- COVID vaccine policy changes for children and pregnant women lack scientific basis and spread misinformation.
- Strong evidence supports vaccine safety and effectiveness, making policy reversals dangerous for public health.