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On childhood vaccination executive order

“The executive order isn't grounded in science. It rests on the false premise that these vaccines cause autism—a claim decades of evidence have disproven. Like earlier actions from this administration, it manufactures doubt about vaccines where none belongs.” — Benjamin Lopman, PhD

On FDA approval for new pancreatic cancer drug

“Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers, and there are still very few good treatment options, so this new pill is a really amazing step forward. Still, at nearly $40,000 a month, the cost could put it out of reach for many people, especially those who are uninsured or underinsured. This is an issue we see with a lot of newer oral cancer drugs.” — Ilana Graetz, PhD

On impact of Medicaid coverage losses

"When people lose coverage, they don't stop getting sick. They show up in the emergency rooms instead, and those costs are shared. A health system works better when the people in it can get care." — Kathleen Adams, PhD

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