Doctors face-palm as RFK Jr.’s top vaccine advisor questions need for polio shot

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A leading vaccine advisor to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent anti-vaccine advocate, has sparked widespread concern within the medical community by questioning the need for the polio shot. Dr. Kirk Milhoan, who chairs the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), recently made these comments in a podcast interview.

Dr. Milhoan's stance on vaccines is deeply concerning, as he seems to be undermining decades of scientific evidence and established practices. He stated that "science is what I observe," implying that he believes his own personal experiences and observations should take precedence over the overwhelming scientific consensus on vaccine safety and effectiveness.

One of the most alarming aspects of Dr. Milhoan's comments is his false claims about vaccine risks. He suggested that vaccines can cause allergies, asthma, and eczema, a common trope among anti-vaccine activists. He also falsely claimed that COVID-19 vaccines are lethal to children, despite there being no scientific evidence to support this claim.

Dr. Milhoan's questioning of the need for routine vaccinations, including polio shots, is equally concerning. He suggested that disease risks may be different in today's world compared to the past, and that we should consider whether the benefits of vaccines outweigh the risks. This kind of thinking erodes the trust between clinicians and patients, undermining the relationship that is essential for making informed decisions about healthcare.

The American Medical Association (AMA) has responded scathingly to Dr. Milhoan's comments, stating that his stance on vaccines is a "dangerous step backward." The AMA Trustee Sandra Adamson Fryhofer warned that if vaccination rates fall, we will see a return of devastating diseases like polio, paralysis, lifelong disability, and death.

As the situation continues to unfold, it is clear that Dr. Milhoan's comments have significant implications for public health policy. With 27 states and Washington D.C. already announcing they will not follow current CDC vaccine recommendations, there is a growing concern about the erosion of trust in vaccine science. The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued an updated childhood and adolescent vaccine schedule as an alternative to the CDC's schedule, which has been widely endorsed by medical organizations.

The debate around vaccines highlights the importance of evidence-based medicine and the need for informed decision-making. As Dr. Milhoan's comments continue to raise concerns, it is crucial that healthcare professionals, policymakers, and the general public work together to promote vaccine science and protect public health.
 
🤔 I'm getting worried about all these anti-vaxxers out there. It's like they think their own opinions are more important than science. Newsflash: just because you've got a bad experience with vaccines doesn't mean we should all suffer the consequences! 🙅‍♂️ My kids' grandparents were lucky enough to not get polio, but now I wouldn't dare let them go without getting vaccinated when they travel abroad... what's the point of living in a world that could be rid of such diseases? 😩
 
omg 😱 what a nightmare scenario! i cant even imagine a world where people are questioning vaccine safety & effectiveness 🤕 dr milhoan's comments are super alarming 🚨 he's got it all wrong about allergies, asthma & eczema - vaccines dont cause those things!!! and covid-19 vaccines? no scientific evidence whatsoever to support the claim that they're lethal to kids 😭 what would happen if vaccination rates started dropping? we'd be right back to polio, paralysis, lifelong disability & death 🚫 all because of misinformation 🤦‍♀️ let's get the facts straight & promote vaccine science instead 💉👍
 
🤔 I'm really worried about this guy Dr. Milhoan, he's basically saying that his own observations are more important than all the evidence from scientists and doctors... like what even is his expertise again? 🙄 And with him spreading false info about vaccines causing allergies and asthma, it's not surprising that anti-vaxxers are eating it up. I mean, polio shots are literally life-saving, and he wants to question that? That's just reckless. The fact that some states are already ditching the CDC vaccine schedule because of his comments is just ridiculous... what about all the kids who need protection from diseases that could've killed them if we didn't have vaccines? We should be supporting science and doctors, not tearing down their work. 🙅‍♂️
 
omg 🤯 just saw this news and i'm literally shook 😱 dr milhoan seems like a total charlatan, spreading misinformation left and right about vaccines 🤢 polio is still a thing we should be trying to eradicate, not playing down its risks 🌎 and what's up with him claiming covid-19 vaccines are lethal to kids? 🚫 that's just not supported by science at all 📊 anyway, it's clear the AMA is speaking truth to power here 👏 Sandra Adamson Fryhofer is a total boss for calling out dr milhoan's reckless comments 💁‍♀️ gotta keep pushing back on this anti-vaxxer nonsense 🚫
 
🤦‍♂️ Come on guys, get with the times! Dr. Kirk Milhoan thinks he can just disregard decades of scientific evidence because... personal experience? What about all those other scientists who've studied this stuff? 🧬 He's spouting misinformation like it's going out of style - allergies, asthma, eczema caused by vaccines? 🤮 Those are proven myths debunked a long time ago. And COVID-19 vaccines being lethal to kids? 😂 That's just plain ridiculous.

And let's talk about the AMA's take on this... "dangerous step backward" 💥 I mean, what's the alternative? Letting diseases come back? 🤕 Polio, paralysis, lifelong disability - those are the consequences of not vaccinating. It's not that hard to understand the science behind vaccines. The CDC schedule is in place for a reason! 📚
 
This is so concerning 🤕! A doc questioning vaccine safety just because he thinks his own observations are better than scientific evidence? That's like a doctor saying they'd rather stick needles in their friends' arms than give them the right treatment. It's not about personal opinions, it's about saving lives! 💉 And to make matters worse, false claims about vaccines causing allergies and asthma? 🤯 That's just irresponsible.
 
🤯 This guy Kirk Milhoan is like totally out of touch with reality... I mean, come on, who questions decades of scientific evidence? Vaccines have saved so many lives and prevented countless diseases from spreading. The fact that he's spreading misinformation about vaccine risks is super worrying 😬. And to think he's working with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., someone known for promoting anti-vaccine propaganda 🙄. The AMA is right on point, though - his stance is a huge step backward for public health. We need to stick to evidence-based medicine and keep our kids protected from diseases that could have been preventable 💉👍
 
I'm freaking out over this 🤯. I mean, come on, we've been down this road before with anti-vaxxers like Andrew Wakefield and now Dr. Milhoan is doing the same thing? It's not just about polio shots, it's about the bigger picture here - if we start questioning vaccine science, where does that leave us when it comes to diseases like COVID-19 or even something new on the horizon? We need to be relying on evidence-based medicine, not some dude who thinks "science is what I observe". And what really gets me is the AMA's response is so strong because they know how serious this is - we're talking about polio here, paralysis, death... it's all at stake. Let's get back to trusting our medical professionals and following evidence-based guidelines 🤝
 
😔 this guy dr milhoan sounds super worried 🤕 but his way of thinking is scaring people 🚨 like what if he's right and vaccines aren't as safe as we thought 💉? it's making me anxious just thinking about all the kids out there who might not get vaccinated 😬. i get that we should be open to new info, but not at the cost of trusting our healthcare system 💊. can't we find a middle ground where science and personal experiences meet 🤝? 🤷‍♀️
 
I'm really worried about where this is headed 🤕. I mean, vaccines are literally lifesavers and we can't just go back to the days of, like, polio epidemics 🚽. Dr. Milhoan's comments seem so... unscientific to me 🙄. Like, who questions decades of research just because they have a bad allergy or something? 🤕 And what's with this "science is what I observe" nonsense? That sounds like some conspiracy theory stuff 🔍.

And honestly, I'm kinda amazed the AMA isn't taking it harder, you know? I mean, their response was pretty strong 💪. But at the same time, we can't just dismiss Dr. Milhoan's comments entirely 🤔. We need to understand where he's coming from and what might be driving his concerns 😕.

But let's get real – if people start listening to anti-vaccine nonsense, we're gonna see a lot more illnesses and deaths 💀. It's like, vaccines are 99% effective for a reason 🤯! We need to keep pushing back against misinformation and protect public health 🚑.
 
omg u gotta be kiddin me 🤯 dr milhoan sounds like a total conspiracy theorist 🤖 he's just spreadin misinformation left & right about vaccines, it's so reckless 💀 like what if ppl start thinkin the polio shot is optional 🤪 and they dont get vaccinated & now there's a polio outbreak in the US 🚨 no one wants to hear that 🙅‍♂️ the ama is right on point 👏 vaccination rates are already low enough without ppl like dr milhoan makin it worse 😒
 
🤔 This dude Milhoan is like, a red flag right from the start 🚨. I mean, he's already got some major medical credentials, but his views on vaccines are super concerning 🙅‍♂️. It's like, science is what we rely on to make informed decisions about our health, and he's basically saying that personal experience trumps all that 🤦‍♀️.

And what's with the allergies, asthma, and eczema claims? 🤢 Those are well-established medical conditions, but vaccines don't cause those things! It's like, come on dude, do some actual research before spewing misinformation 📚.

The AMA is right to call out Milhoan - his views are a step backward for public health 🚫. We need more people like him who actually understand the science behind vaccines 💉. The fact that 27 states are already reconsidering their vaccine policies because of him is just wild 😲.
 
OMG u gotta see dis 😱 Dr Kirk Milhoan chairs the CDC advisory commitee but hes like "science is just me observing stuff" 🤔 & now hes spreading false info about vaccines causin allergies & asthma 😷 & claimin COVID-19 vaccines r lethal 2 kids 🚫. The AMA is all like "dangerous step backward" 👎 & theres already states not followin CDC vaccine recs 💉. Its so worrying that if ppl keep trustin these anti-vax folks we might see a resurgence of old diseases like polio again 🤕
 
🚨 This whole thing is just so concerning, you know? I mean, a leading vaccine advisor basically saying that he knows better than all those scientists and doctors who have dedicated their lives to studying vaccines. It's like, no offense, Dr. Milhoan, but science isn't just about what you observe - it's about evidence-based research and peer review.

And his comments about the risks of vaccines? Come on, people! 🙄 Allergies, asthma, eczema... these are all potential side effects, yes, but they're super rare and only happen to a tiny fraction of people. And as for COVID-19 vaccines being lethal to kids? That's just not even worth mentioning.

The thing that really gets me is how this is affecting public health policy. If we don't follow the CDC's vaccine recommendations, we're looking at a return of all these devastating diseases that we thought were eradicated. It's like, let's be smart here - vaccines have saved countless lives and prevented millions of illnesses.

I think what's really needed right now is for us to trust in the science, you know? Vaccines are safe, they're effective, and they save lives. Let's not let misinformation and fear-mongering dictate our public health policy. We need to stand up for evidence-based medicine and protect public health. 💉👍
 
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