RFK Jr tells Congress ‘people shouldn’t take medical advice from me’ Health secretary demurs on questions about vaccine stance and defends Republican plans to cut healthcare The Guardian - US · May 14, 2025
Kennedy defends budget request but is silent on big HHS changes - Roll Call Lawmakers seek answers to questions about sweeping cuts to federal public health infrastructure but Kennedy stays mum. Roll Call · May 14, 2025
RFK Jr. Says 'I Don't Think People Should Take Medical Advice From Me' After Being Asked Whether He'd Vaccinate His Children For Measles HHS Secretary sidesteps direct question on childhood vaccinations, sparking backlash over mixed messaging and public health leadership. Latin Times · May 14, 2025
‘Only very sick kids should die’: Deadly measles outbreak exploding even as RFK Jr spews vaccine lies "Some of you may die, but it's a sacrifice I am willing to make." We Got This Covered · May 12, 2025
Should I worry about measles outbreaks if I’m vaccinated? Your measles questions answered Over 1,000 cases of the deadly virus have taken hold in 31 U.S. states and it is now surging in Canada and Mexico, spurred by a lack of vaccinations. Madeline Sherratt answers your burning questions The Independent UK · May 10, 2025
The US has 1,001 measles cases and 11 states with active outbreaks The U.S. is up to 1,001 confirmed measles cases The Independent UK · May 9, 2025
Measles Roars Back In The US, Topping 1,000 Cases The United States' measles outbreak has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases with three deaths so far, state and local data showed Friday, marking a stark resurgence of a vaccine-preventable disease that the nation once declared eliminated. International Business Times · May 9, 2025
Mexico grapples with measles outbreak amid misinformation and distrust of authorities Mexico’s current outbreak began in March and has killed one person so far The Independent UK · May 9, 2025
Texas’ measles outbreak is nation’s largest since 2000 The outbreak that originated in Texas has spread into multiple states. And, the summer will be the real test of how much bigger this outbreak can grow. The Texas Tribune · May 8, 2025
FDA names a new vaccine chief. He is a vocal critic of the agency Prasad is a YouTuber who comments on popular issues in health and politics The Independent UK · May 7, 2025
Measles could again become widespread as cases surge worldwide Globally, measles is on the rise across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, South America and parts of Europe. In 2025, North and South America saw 11 times more cases than during the same period last year. In Europe, measles rates are at their highest point in 25 years. The Conversation · May 7, 2025
Measles cases hit six-year high in South Korea amid outbreaks across south-east Asia South Korea passes annual tally for 2024 already, as Vietnam and Thailand continue to battle outbreaks The Guardian - AU · May 7, 2025
Measles cases on the up in Europe. Where are the highest and the lowest numbers? March 2024 was the month with the highest recorded cases of measles between 2020 and 2025. Romania is the most affected EU country. Euronews · May 5, 2025
Why is measles spreading in Canada, Mexico and the US? The northern Americas are at “high” risk of measles compared with a “moderate” risk globally, according to the WHO. Al Jazeera · May 3, 2025
The Guardian - US · May 3, 2025 World may be ‘post-herd immunity’ to measles, top US scientist says As infections pummel communities in the US, Mexico and Canada, fear of ‘the most contagious human disease’ grows
Euronews · May 2, 2025 Measles in Europe: Tracking cases of one of the world's most contagious diseases in 2025 A handful of countries have reported measles outbreaks this year, with Romania reporting by far the highest number of cases. Here's where else is seeing a high number of cases in 2025.
The Independent UK · May 2, 2025 Measles explained: What are the symptoms and how long does the vaccine last? ANALYSIS: Experts have answered six key questions as measles outbreaks occur across the world
The Conversation · May 2, 2025 The MMR vaccine doesn’t contain ‘aborted fetus debris’, as RFK Jr has claimed. Here’s the science Robert F. Kennedy Jr, the United States’ top public health official, recently claimed some religious groups avoid the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine because it contains “aborted fetus debris” and “DNA particles”.
The Texas Tribune · May 2, 2025 Bill that would make vaccine exemptions easier advances in the Texas House As the state faces a multimillion dollar measles outbreak in West Texas, the House Public Health Committee passes HB 1586 along party lines.
The Conversation · May 1, 2025 What are the symptoms of measles? How long does the vaccine last? Experts answer 6 key questions So far in 2025 (as of May 1), 70 cases of measles have been notified in Australia, with all states and territories except Tasmania and the Australian Capital Territory having recorded at least one case. Most infections have occurred in New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia.
The Independent UK · May 1, 2025 Measles jumps borders in North America with outbreaks in Canada, Mexico and US North America’s three biggest measles outbreaks have grown to a total of more than 2,500 known cases
The Independent UK · May 1, 2025 RFK Jr doubles down on wild false claim MMR vaccine contains ‘aborted fetus debris’ The MMR vaccine is the most effective way for people to protect themselves against measles, mumps, and rubella, asserts the CDC
The Guardian - US · Apr 29, 2025 Measles cases in Texas rise to 663 amid outbreaks in other US states Texas officials say 87 patients hospitalized as researchers say country at tipping point for return of endemic measles
The Texas Tribune · Apr 29, 2025 In visit to Texas, RFK Jr. said autism, diabetes deserve more attention than measles During a visit to College Station, the U.S. health secretary said Europe has a worse track record with the virus, which gets too much media attention.
The Guardian - US · Apr 29, 2025 The uniting theme of Trump’s presidency? Ineptitude From deportations to human rights to the economy, the president’s actions have resulted in mayhem. Here’s a sampling