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RFK Says Vaccines Are *Not* For The Birds
Episode 237

RFK Says Vaccines Are *Not* For The Birds

When it comes to bird flu, the nation's top public health official wants to let the infection burn through flocks to identify birds with high immunity.

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

March 25, 202517m 24s

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Show Notes

When it comes to bird flu, the nation's top public health official wants to let the infection burn through flocks to identify birds with high immunity.

On Today's Show:
Apoorva Mandavilli, reporter for The New York Times, focusing on science and global health, discusses the government's approach to bird flu, and why veterinary scientists say that RFK Jr.'s approach will likely cost more than it helps. 

Topics

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