Amidst the largest measles outbreak in the U.S. in 25 years, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has directed federal agencies to investigate potential treatments, including vitamins. Critics argue this focus on untested remedies undermines confidence in vaccination, especially as vaccination rates are low in affected areas. With over 930 cases reported, experts worry that shifting focus from vaccination to treatments could worsen the outbreak. Epidemiologists stress the studied effectiveness of the measles vaccine and warn against misleading the public about alternative solutions.
The decision to put more resources into potential treatments, rather than urging vaccination, could have grave consequences at the center of the outbreak.
Critics have said Mr. Kennedy has focused too much on untested treatments such as cod liver oil supplements and offered only muted support for the measles vaccine.
Experts fear Mr. Kennedy's actions will undermine public confidence in vaccines as an essential public health tool amidst an ongoing outbreak.
Scientists have already thoroughly studied various vitamins and medications as potential treatments for measles, emphasizing the importance of vaccination.
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