It Could Happen Here The FDA Wants to Take Away Your Covid Vaccine, ft. Dr. Kaveh Hoda
Jun 2, 2025
In this discussion, Kaveh Hoda, a medical professional and host of The House of Pod, dives into the FDA's controversial new recommendations for COVID vaccinations. He highlights concerns regarding limited access for individuals under 65 and debates surrounding the necessity of booster shots. Hoda critiques the influence of politics on vaccine policies, fostering public distrust in health authorities. He also stresses the ethical dilemmas faced in vaccine approval processes and examines the long-term implications for younger, healthier populations.
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Concerns Over FDA Vaccine Policy Shift
- The FDA's COVID vaccine policy is usually revised annually by expert advisory committees.
- Current proposals bypass these processes, causing concern about vaccine access and safety oversight.
Long-term Impact of Booster Restrictions
- Limiting COVID boosters to older or high-risk individuals could reduce insurance coverage and increase cost.
- This exclusionary policy may naturally phase out vaccine availability and access over time.
Selective Comparison with European Policies
- The New England Journal article justifies lowering booster access by comparing U.S. policies to Europe's, but selectively ignores key healthcare differences.
- European nations have socialized healthcare and broader vaccination criteria that the U.S. does not fully emulate.