Why is RFK canceling mRNA vaccine research?
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RFK is canceling mRNA vaccine research for respiratory infections like COVID-19 and the flu due to concerns about effectiveness and safety, specifically citing health risks from the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine. He states that funding for oncology and cancer-related mRNA research will continue. Experts warn that cutting funding in one area could slow progress in others and have negative public health impacts.
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Experts worry about Kennedy’s mRNA vaccine cuts
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- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a reduction of nearly $500 million in mRNA vaccine funding for respiratory infections. 17s
- Kennedy stated that funding for mRNA cancer vaccine research will continue. 47s
- Experts warn that cutting funding in one area could impede progress in others, including cancer research. 57s
- Kennedy cited concerns about the effectiveness and risks of mRNA vaccines for respiratory infections, but health experts say COVID-19 mRNA vaccines are highly effective. 1m 21s
- A former Surgeon General warned that cutting mRNA vaccine funding could have serious public health consequences. 1m 50s
