Not only is RFKj’s statement dangerously false, death isn’t the only bad outcome. ‘Healthy’ people can end up with chronic conditions & become permanently disabled. Even temporary disability can change someone’s life forever. Not to mention every infection is an opportunity for mutation.

NOAA Scientists Are Cleaning Bathrooms and Reconsidering Lab Experiments After Contracts for Basic Services Expire A Seattle lab has lost janitorial services, hazardous waste support, IT and building maintenance as it waits for the Commerce Department secretary to personally approve all contracts over $100,000.

NEW: NOAA scientists are cleaning office bathrooms and reconsidering critical experiments after the Commerce Department failed to renew contracts for hazardous waste disposal, janitorial services, IT and building maintenance.

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