RFK said measles can help with cancer

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Has publicly stated that contracting measles naturally can provide protection against cancer and other diseases such as heart disease and allergic disorders.

However, these assertions are not supported by credible scientific research or public health authorities. The consensus among medical experts is that measles is a serious infectious disease that can cause severe complications and death, and vaccination remains the safest and most effective method to prevent it. Kennedy's claims have been characterized as misleading because they promote the idea that natural infection is beneficial, which contradicts established medical knowledge about the risks of measles.

Furthermore, his statements have contributed to vaccine hesitancy and outbreaks, which public health officials warn against. While Kennedy says he does not advise people to get sick intentionally, his promotion of supposed benefits from natural infection without evidence is considered irresponsible and dangerous.