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Sec. Kennedy dismisses vaccine panel

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. removed all 17 members of the CDC's vaccine advisory committee on Monday.

Why it matters: The advisory committee plays a critical role in shaping US vaccine policy and guiding public health strategies.

What's next: New appointments to the panel will prioritize public health and evidence-based medicine, says Sec. Kennedy. 

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