RFK Jr. Criticizes mRNA Vaccine Funding and Development
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Ars Technica
RFK Jr. publicly criticized mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, claiming they are ineffective against viruses due to antigenic shift, but his claims are scientifically inaccurate. Experts emphasize that mRNA vaccines have been crucial in saving lives and that the concepts of antigenic drift and shift are often misunderstood, with current evidence showing vaccines remain effective against evolving variants. The article criticizes Kennedy's rejection of mRNA technology, highlighting the potential risks of abandoning the most effective pandemic response tools.