US EditionRFK Jr. says he's following 'gold standard' science. Here's what to know
Critics say Kennedy's actions contradict established science by citing preliminary evidence and casting doubt on vaccines, despite claims to follow gold standard science.
- On Wednesday, Dr. Daniel Jernigan said Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appears to be `going from evidence-based decision making to decision-based evidence making`, challenging the administration's `gold standard` claims.
- This week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention changed its website to contradict the scientific consensus that vaccines do not cause autism, while Kennedy's handpicked vaccine advisers raised questions about the hepatitis B vaccine at a two-day meeting this fall.
- Scientists warn officials often rely on preliminary studies, fringe science or hunches, and Dr. Flor Munoz said safety discussions depend on case reports and anecdotes rather than strong evidence.
- Experts note data show vaccines provide extraordinary protection, and U.S. vaccine safety systems can detect 1-in-a-million events without finding a wave of chronic disease.
- Randomized clinical trials remain the most rigorous option, but Dr. Jake Scott said best science follows standards of transparency including pre-specified hypotheses, disclosed conflicts, peer review, and data sharing.
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