The author criticizes the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine skeptic, as the Health and Human Services secretary. They highlight his lack of qualifications in medicine, science, and organizational management, comparing his nomination to other unqualified appointments by President-elect Donald Trump. The author urges readers to contact their senators and insist on qualified nominees for critical administrative positions.
Re: “Don’t Turn Back Clock on Polio — Kennedy’s vaccine skepticism should be a deal-breaker on Cabinet post,” Dec. 18 Editorials.I was glad to see the editorial board highlight the dangers of confirming Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , a vaccine skeptic, as Health and Human Services secretary. I was particularly glad you cited Kennedy’s lack of qualifications, in that he is not a medical professional or scientist.
Combining drugs is called poly-drug use. It is considered much more dangerous because different drugs act on our bodies in different ways, creating a deadlier environment than each drug individually. Donald Trump always talks a much better game than he actually plays. Thus, despite their questionable qualifications, nominee for HHS Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services nominee Dr. Mehmet Oz will hopefully make good on Trump’s repeated vow to improve the Affordable Care Act.
Many eventually resort to filing for bankruptcy. The American Bankruptcy Institute reports that more than 65% of the 2 million personal bankruptcies filed annually are due to unpaid health care costs. Nearly 60% of credit card collections are for medical debt.
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