Dr. Lakshmi Panagiotakopoulos resigned from her role overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations at the CDC amid contentious changes influenced by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Her departure reflects frustrations over political interference in public health guidelines, particularly regarding vaccinations for vulnerable populations. The ACIP had plans to vote on updated recommendations shortly, with committee members already leaning towards revising guidance on vaccinations for healthy children, contrasting with Kennedy's directive which excluded pregnant women from recommendations. This situation raises concerns about the integrity and process of public health directives.
Dr. Lakshmi Panagiotakopoulos resigned from her role at the CDC amid changes to COVID-19 vaccine guidance, expressing concerns about continuing her public health work.
The resignation comes as conflicts arise over new CDC vaccine updates being imposed, with Secretary Kennedy's exclusion of pregnant women from recommendations.
The upcoming vote on revised COVID-19 vaccine recommendations highlights the tension between expert committee advice and top-down directives impacting public health initiatives.
Panagiotakopoulos's decision reflects a discontent with political influences over CDC's actions, underscoring challenges faced by public health officials in advocating for vulnerable populations.
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