Measles Outbreak Sparks Controversial Treatments and Health System Cuts

April 4, 2025, 9:33 pm

Reports emerging from Texas and elsewhere reveal that efforts to combat a worsening measles outbreak are marred by unconventional treatment methods and ensuing adverse health effects. Healthcare facilities are feeling the strain as workforce reductions compound concerns over disease management and conflicting medical practices, sparking a debate over the balance between innovative treatments and established public health protocols

gizmodo.com / RFK Jr.’s Vitamin A Fix for Measles Is Hurting Kids in Texas

A children's hospital has reported several cases of children being treated for both measles and vitamin A toxicity.

techdirt.com / Amid The Measles Outbreak, HHS Cuts 1/8th Of Workforce

The Texas measles outbreak is worsening, worsened further by RFK Jr. and his team. Their promotion of alternative treatments and downplayed messaging on the outbreak's severity are contributing to the growing crisis.

gizmodo.com / Snake Oil Guru Dr. Oz Will Now Oversee Medicare and Medicaid for 140 Million Americans

The long-time Republican and wellness grifter will likely be a rubber stamp to the Trump administration's worst impulses.

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