Measles Outbreak Expands as RFK Jr. Promotes Unproven Treatments

The U.S. measles outbreak has reached Oklahoma, with over 200 cases reported nationally, while Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces criticism for spreading vaccine misinformation and advocating alternative remedies.

Oklahoma has reported two probable measles cases, marking the spread of the outbreak beyond Texas and New Mexico, with 223 cases now reported nationwide.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has downplayed the importance of the MMR vaccine and promoted unproven treatments, including cod liver oil, steroids, and antibiotics, despite a lack of scientific evidence supporting their efficacy for measles.
Kennedy claimed that 'natural immunity' from measles infection could protect against other diseases, a statement widely refuted by public health experts.
The vaccination rate in some affected areas, such as Gaines County, Texas, is below the 95% threshold needed for herd immunity, contributing to the outbreak's severity.
Medical professionals and public health advocates have condemned Kennedy's remarks and policies, emphasizing that vaccination remains the most effective way to prevent measles and reduce its impact.