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| Type | Non-profit |
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| Membership | N/A |
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| Leader title | Chairman |
| Leader name | Robert F. Kennedy Jr. |
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Children's Health Defense (CHD) is a non-profit organization that advocates against various public health measures, particularly vaccinations. Founded by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent anti-vaccine advocate, the organization has been involved in various lawsuits and campaigns against vaccine mandates, the use of certain chemicals and medications, and other public health initiatives which they claim are harmful to children's health. The organization's stance and activities have been widely criticized by public health experts and institutions for spreading misinformation and contributing to vaccine hesitancy.
History[edit]
The origins of Children's Health Defense trace back to efforts by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to challenge what he perceives as undue influence by pharmaceutical companies on public health policy and practices. Over the years, the organization has expanded its focus to include issues related to environmental health, but its primary focus remains on opposing vaccination and certain medical treatments.
Activities[edit]
Children's Health Defense engages in a variety of activities to promote its views, including:
- Publishing articles and reports that question the safety and efficacy of vaccines.
- Filing lawsuits against government agencies and corporations over vaccine mandates and environmental health issues.
- Organizing public demonstrations and campaigns to oppose vaccination and other public health measures.
Criticism[edit]
The organization has faced significant criticism from the medical and scientific community for spreading misinformation about vaccines and other health measures. Critics argue that the activities of Children's Health Defense undermine public health efforts, contribute to vaccine hesitancy, and endanger children's health by promoting unfounded fears about vaccinations and other health interventions.
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