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Back to EpisodesMeans' Vaccine Stance Questioned at Confirmation Hearing
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President Trumps surgeon general nominee, Casey Means, defends her stance on vaccines during Senate hearing. Despite her assurance that vaccine choices should be between patients and doctors, senators challenge her past comments questioning standard vaccine schedules. Senator Lisa Murkowski highlights the success of newborn hepatitis B vaccinations in preventing liver cancer and chronic illness, countering Means claims that newborns typically dont face diseases like sexually transmitted infections and intravenous drug use. The debate over her views on public health continues as no date is set for her full Senate confirmation vote.
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