3 chapters across the catalog
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics finds a significant association between fluoride exposure and lower IQ scores in children. The segment discusses the history of water fluoridation since the 1940s and RFK Jr.'s plan to advise U.S. water systems to remove the chemical if he is confirmed as HHS Secretary.
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics found an association between high levels of screen time in children ages one to three and increased odds of sensory processing differences. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends zero screen time for babies under 12 months. The hosts debate the severity of these findings and the challenges parents face when using screens as a "babysitter."
Rochelle Walensky CDC Testimony, Pediatric Vaccine Schedule
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky testified that the COVID-19 vaccine was added to the pediatric schedule primarily to ensure coverage under the "Vaccines for Children" program for uninsured youth. Critics, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr., argue the move was intended to secure permanent liability protection for manufacturers. Walensky cited 2,000 pediatric deaths as justification for the recommendation.
