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HHS Secretary RFK Jr. Pushes Unproven Measles Treatments Amid Rising Outbreak

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine misinformation and controversial directives face backlash as measles cases surpass 884, marking the worst U.S. outbreak in 25 years.

Overview

  • Robert F. Kennedy Jr. falsely claimed the MMR vaccine contains 'aborted fetus debris,' a statement refuted by vaccine experts and public health officials.
  • The ongoing measles outbreak has led to over 884 confirmed cases and multiple fatalities across 25 states, with West Texas as the epicenter.
  • HHS has directed the CDC to create alternative measles treatment guidelines involving drugs and vitamins, despite no evidence supporting their efficacy.
  • Public health experts warn that Kennedy's push for placebo-controlled vaccine trials could undermine established vaccine safety protocols.
  • The MMR vaccine remains 97% effective against measles with two doses, and vaccination is emphasized as the only reliable prevention method.