mRNA technology is credited with ending the COVID-19 pandemic But Department Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. says it’s ineffective.
Aug. 5 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will begin pulling contracts to develop vaccines for respiratory viruses using mRNA technology, which was used for the COVID-19 shot.
Department Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the move in a video posted to X on Tuesday saying that it will terminate 22 contracts worth $500 million after officials determined the « technology poses more risks than benefits for these respiratory viruses. »
« Let me be absolutely clear », said Kennedy. « HHS supports safe, effective vaccines for every American who wants them, that’s why we’re moving beyond the limitations of mRNA for respiratory viruses and investing in better solutions. »
The announcement follows other actions by Kennedy, a vocal vaccine critic, to reshape the federal government’s approach to public health in ways that have rankled mainstream health experts.
