Rand Paul plans to investigate Covid-19 origins from his new perch leading a key committee Paul’s scrutiny of science agencies could inform efforts to reshape NIH

Rand Paul plans to investigate Covid-19 origins from his new perch leading a key committee Paul’s scrutiny of science agencies could inform efforts to reshape NIH https://www.statnews.com/2024/11/22/rand-paul-senate-investigation-covid-19-origin-lab-leak-theory-anthony-fauci-nih/?utm_campaign=morning_rounds&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--aodRrsYp_gPJt4vop5OyefGopnqKEKEgEHBAEV9y1VSNIPXQ-oJnvP34MorZgYHtU17Ne1RQzno6NKSB7vgJjipfkFQ&_hsmi=335470246&utm_content=335470246&utm_source=hs_email Whooping cough rises and Rand Paul plans for power There were two STAT stories published Friday afternoon that I don’t want you to miss: Whooping cough cases are up sixfold in the U.S. since this time last year. Experts say it’s likely a return to the pre-pandemic cycle, but some worry that this season could be more severe due to a decline in vaccinations. Read more from STAT’s Anil Oza. Rand Paul wants to investigate the origins of Covid-19, something he may be able to do as the incoming chair of a committee with unique powers for investigations, STAT’s John Wilkerson reports. The libertarian senator is among the most vocal critics of scientists and science agencies. Read more. Why whooping cough cases are spiking across the U.S. The surge in cases is likely a return to the pre-pandemic cycle https://www.statnews.com/2024/11/22/whooping-cough-cases-up-500-percent-seasonal-cycle-worsened-by-vaccine-skepticism/?utm_campaign=morning_rounds&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9-hK-k35hpTRKcuAwmTCeFbsNyKxUkHEbBIp3NAAZ5x0aifTWW7VgTmxFCnrsVWVdBZw_784My-wgkHPHX11agqEAAiA&_hsmi=335470246&utm_content=335470246&utm_source=hs_email