1. United States
2. Wash.
3. Letter

I am deeply concerned about the recent changes to Vaccines.gov, a critical resource for public health. On June 24, the Trump administration removed pro-vaccine language from this essential website and disabled its ZIP code search tool for finding vaccination locations. These actions have effectively dismantled a vital public health resource, potentially endangering American lives. Vaccines.gov, launched by the Biden administration in 2021, has been a crucial tool for Americans seeking vaccinations. The site's sudden alteration, coinciding with leadership changes at the CDC and shifts in U.S. vaccine policy, is alarming. While a banner on the site claims it's being updated, no timeline for restoration has been provided, leaving millions without access to this important information. The impact of this change extends far beyond the website itself. Numerous federal, state, and local health organizations continue to refer to Vaccines.gov as a resource, unaware that it is no longer functional. This creates a dangerous gap in our public health infrastructure, potentially leaving vulnerable populations without access to life-saving vaccines. I urge you to take immediate action to restore Vaccines.gov to its full functionality. This should include reinstating the pro-vaccine language and reactivating the ZIP code search tool. Furthermore, I request a thorough investigation into the decision-making process that led to these changes, ensuring transparency and accountability in our public health institutions. Time is of the essence. Every day that Vaccines.gov remains compromised is a day that Americans are left without crucial health information. Please prioritize this issue and work to restore this vital public health resource as quickly as possible. Our nation's health and safety depend on it.