Senate committee advances Nicole Saphier's surgeon general nomination

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How did the left and right cover Senate committee advances Nicole Saphier's surgeon general nomination?

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Which outlets covered Senate committee advances Nicole Saphier's surgeon general nomination?

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What was the vote count for Dr. Nicole Saphier's nomination?

The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions voted 12 to 11 to advance Dr. Nicole Saphier's nomination for surgeon general. This vote count was reported by The Independent and CBS News.

What did Dr. Nicole Saphier say about vaccines?

Dr. Nicole Saphier stated that she does not believe childhood vaccines cause autism. She also said that the MMR vaccine is the greatest tool for combating measles infections. She also stated that the universal birth dose of hepatitis B was safe and effective.

Why did Senator Bernie Sanders oppose the nomination?

Senator Bernie Sanders stated he would vote against Dr. Nicole Saphier's nomination because she has questioned the need for the hepatitis B vaccine at birth. He also said the nation needs a surgeon general who will tell the truth about vaccines.