Breaking: RFK Jr. suggests some vaccines are risky or ineffective

The health secretary is sowing doubt about the safety and efficacy of some vaccines — beyond the measles shot.

Log In    Subscribe BREAKING NEWS   RFK Jr. suggests some vaccines are risky or ineffective, downplays measles threat By Daniel Payne Annie Rice/AP Facing a growing outbreak of measles that could test his leadership, health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. this week is sowing doubt about the safety and efficacy of some vaccines — beyond the measles shot — and arguing the government shouldn't mandate their use.   He also raised questions about what killed an 8-year-old girl whose death was attributed to measles by health officials, his latest remarks that downplay the threat of the virus. READ MORE Sign up for Daily Recap All the health and medical news you need today, in one email. Get the newsletter in your inbox. In Case You Missed It 1   On an RFK Jr. road show, MAHA goals take precedence. Measles prevention less so By Lev Facher 2   National public health group calls for RFK Jr. to resign, citing 'complete disregard for science' By Elizabeth Cooney 3   U.S. may be reverting to a time when measles deaths were not very rare, experts warn By Helen Branswell 4   Opinion: Personal choice has been weaponized to undermine public health By MeiLan Han Get 50% off an annual STAT+ subscription Join today and enjoy unlimited access to award-winning journalism, premium data tools, and discounted event tickets. Learn more STAT, 1 Exchange Place, Boston, MA ©2025, All Rights Reserved. I no longer wish to receive STAT emails Update Newsletter Preferences • Contact Us • Advertise with Us