America Getting Lesson in Consequences of Trump’s War on Public Health as Rare Disease Outbreaks Ravage the Country
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In the wake of Donald Trump's presidency, the United States has become a hotspot for a growing number of rare diseases, largely due to the administration's disregard for public health. Trump's administration slashed the CDC's workforce by nearly a quarter and reduced the number of recommended childhood vaccines from 17 to just 11.
This has led to a resurgence of diseases once under control, such as the cyclospora outbreak, which has infected over 18,000 individuals across 45 states. The true impact of these outbreaks remains uncertain due to delays in reporting. Similarly, a nationwide salmonella outbreak has prompted the recall of millions of eggs, while the FDA has delayed the implementation of a food traceability rule due to budget cuts.
Trump has also seen a resurgence of measles, with over 2,300 cases reported in 2026, the highest number since 1992. Additionally, the eradicated flesh-eating screwworm has infested livestock, and botulism toxin has infiltrated the food supply via contaminated infant formula. The consequences of Trump's "war on public health" will undoubtedly be felt for decades to come.
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