All articles tagged with #thimerosal
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
Trump shared a video linking vaccines to autism, focusing on thimerosal, a vaccine ingredient removed in 2001, amid ongoing debates about vaccine safety. The White House clarified the video was not anti-vaccine but about scientific review, and Trump expressed interest in investigating potential causes of autism, showing support for Robert Kennedy Jr.'s efforts.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Axios
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, influenced by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine advisers, has decided to remove the preservative thimerosal from all flu vaccines, citing safety concerns despite lack of evidence linking it to autism. This move aligns with Kennedy's long-standing stance against mercury in vaccines and aims to protect vulnerable populations from unnecessary exposure. Most Americans already receive thimerosal-free flu vaccines, and manufacturers have confirmed they can supply these alternatives without disruption.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The New York Times
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has rescinded federal recommendations for flu vaccines containing thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative falsely linked to autism, affecting mostly multidose vials used in specific settings, while most Americans remain unaffected. The decision follows a panel vote and aims to enhance vaccine safety perceptions, although thimerosal has been shown to be safe in numerous studies.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Guardian
Robert F Kennedy Jr, the US health secretary, will require vaccine manufacturers to remove thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative, from all US vaccines, citing safety concerns despite scientific evidence of its safety. This decision follows a controversial advisory panel vote and Kennedy's replacement of key CDC officials with allies, including anti-vaccine advocates. The move aims to protect vulnerable populations from unnecessary mercury exposure and may influence global vaccine policies.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by HHS.gov
U.S. Health Secretary Kennedy signed a recommendation to remove thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative, from all influenza vaccines in the U.S., fulfilling a long-standing pledge to enhance vaccine safety and align with global standards.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NPR
The CDC advisory committee recommends that flu vaccines for all age groups be made without thimerosal, a mercury-containing preservative, due to safety concerns and public perception, despite extensive evidence of its safety and its removal from most vaccines since 2001. The move may impact vaccine manufacturing and public confidence, but most people likely won't notice the change.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Economist
RFK Jr.'s vaccine advisory panel recommended removing thimerosal, an ingredient in some flu vaccines, citing safety concerns, sparking debate over vaccine ingredients and safety.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by PBS
The article discusses thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative used in some vaccines, its safety profile, and its removal from most childhood vaccines. It highlights that extensive research shows no link between thimerosal and autism or other adverse effects, and notes that its use is now limited mainly to some multi-dose flu vaccines. The recent decision by a vaccine panel to stop recommending flu vaccines containing thimerosal reflects ongoing debates, but scientific consensus affirms its safety.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has influenced a panel to no longer recommend flu vaccines containing thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative he questions due to concerns about neurotoxicity, despite scientific consensus dismissing a link to autism. His actions reflect his longstanding skepticism of vaccine safety, which has sparked controversy and concerns about public trust in vaccines.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Politico
The first meeting of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine advisory panel resulted in decisions to stop recommending flu vaccines containing thimerosal and signaled potential future policy shifts, reflecting Kennedy's personal views and skepticism about certain vaccine ingredients, which could impact public trust and vaccine access.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Washington Post
A CDC advisory panel voted to remove thimerosal, a preservative in flu vaccines, aligning with anti-vaccine activists' goals, despite limited scientific impact and potential public health concerns, highlighting tensions between scientific evidence and political influence.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NPR
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended removing thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative, from flu vaccines for children and adults, despite evidence showing its safety. The meeting, led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s hand-picked panel, was contentious, with some members questioning CDC data and others emphasizing the safety of thimerosal. The recommendations could effectively ban the preservative, although it is already rarely used in pediatric vaccines.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
Vaccine advisers appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. voted to stop recommending flu vaccines containing thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative, for children and pregnant women, marking a significant shift in vaccine policy.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNN
The article discusses the history and controversy surrounding thimerosal, a mercury-based preservative once used in vaccines, its removal from most vaccines in 1999 due to public concern over neurotoxicity and autism, and the recent re-emergence of the topic in CDC advisory meetings led by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., amid debates and misinformation about vaccine safety.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNN
A CDC presentation claiming a study links the vaccine preservative thimerosal to long-term brain effects appears to cite a non-existent study, raising concerns about misinformation and the credibility of vaccine safety claims, especially amid political and public health debates.