Robert F Kennedy Jr
Robert F Kennedy Jr is the HHS secretary and a longtime vaccine skeptic.
Notable Quotes
"it's his favourite app."View Story →
"The whole world had their worst measles year."View Story →
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August 25, 2026Trump signs order to limit childhood vaccines and split MMR shots
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August 10, 2026US measles cases reach 35-year high
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July 24, 2026US mum who blamed vaccines for twins' deaths is denied bail on murder charges
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July 15, 2026'Explosive diarrhoea' outbreak remains a mystery as officials struggle to find sources
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April 28, 2026WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023 - Reuters
WHO global alliance delivers 100 million childhood vaccine doses since 2023 Reuters
April 24, 2026Trump signs order to accelerate access to psychedelic drug treatments - Reuters
Trump signs order to accelerate access to psychedelic drug treatments Reuters
April 18, 2026Trump picks Erica Schwartz as next head of CDC
The CDC had gone months without a permanent director after the last leader was ousted.
April 16, 2026Lawmakers clash with RFK Jr as he shifts focus away from vaccines
During a three-hour hearing, the US health secretary tried to focus on chronic disease while being pressed on vaccines.
April 16, 2026Judge blocks RFK Jr's changes to US childhood vaccine schedule
Kennedy had slashed the number of recommended vaccines from 17 to 11, sparking a backlash from health experts.
March 17, 2026FDA vaccines chief Vinay Prasad to leave regulator in April - Reuters
FDA vaccines chief Vinay Prasad to leave regulator in April Reuters
March 6, 2026US CDC's Ralph Abraham becomes second top official to leave this month - Reuters
US CDC's Ralph Abraham becomes second top official to leave this month Reuters
February 23, 2026