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“People Will Die:” Fmr. CDC Official Warns Against HIV/AIDS Cuts

Season 2025 Episode 8049 | 17m 45s

The CDC issued a controversial advisory panel decision to stop recommending universal Hepatitis B shots for babies. This comes after the U.S. refrained from commemorating World AIDS Day, creating uncertainty about the future of HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention. In August Dr. Demetre Daskalakis resigned from the CDC, accusing the agency and Secretary RFK Jr. of ignoring science. He joins the show.

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