RFK Jr.’s mixed message about the measles outbreaks draws criticism from health officials

RFK Jr. is back to criticizing vaccines, and Trump’s new drug-cost plan

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RFK Jr.'s mixed message about measles draws criticism

WASHINGTON — As measles outbreaks popped up across the U.S. this winter, pediatricians waited for the nation's public health agency to send a routine, but important, letter that outlines how they could help stop the spread of the illness.

Anti-Vax Doctor Praised by RFK Jr. Pushes Wild Theory About Measles

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. praised Dr. Richard Bartlett for how he is treating the current measles outbreak in Texas.

US, Europe diverge on infectious disease messaging

STOCKHOLM — In both the United States and Europe, two public health agencies aim to fight the spread of infectious diseases. But the Trump administration’s rapidly evolving approach to public health prevention has highlighted stark and growing differences in their approaches. While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention was born out of efforts to eliminate malaria in the U.S. in the 1940s, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and C…

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. believes the effectiveness of the measles vaccine has declined significantly over the years, so doctors should focus on how to treat the disease. Experts consider vaccination to be key in measles, with no specific treatment for the disease yet available and doctors only trying to alleviate symptoms in patients. Those vaccinated in childhood are widely considered to be immune for life.