STAT+: RFK Jr. plans to create list of injuries caused by Covid-19 vaccines

STAT PlusPolitics RFK Jr. plans to create list of injuries caused by Covid-19 vaccines List would make it easier for people to get compensated for vaccine injuries Manage alerts for this article Email this article Share this article By Chelsea CirruzzoJuly 8, 2026 Washington Correspondent Chelsea Cirruzzo[email protected]Chelsea covers the Department of Health and Human Services with a particular focus on power and influence at the top. Confidential tips can be sent via Signal at chelseacirruzzo.42. WASHINGTON — Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is preparing to make it easier for people to claim that they were injured by a Covid-19 vaccine and receive compensation. Kennedy is set to start the process of compiling a list of injuries that are presumed to be caused by Covid shots. People with those conditions could then ask for compensation from the government. It’s not clear what conditions may make the list—and that’s something that outside experts are keeping a close eye on.Advertisement Kennedy has long been critical of vaccines, saying none have been adequately safety tested. He’s said that he plans to overhaul a similar, but separate program that provides compensation for individuals who claim injury by a vaccine recommended by the federal government. STAT+ Exclusive Story Already have an account? Log in This article is exclusive to STAT+ subscribers Unlock this article — plus daily intelligence on Capitol Hill and the life sciences industry — by subscribing to STAT+. Already have an account? Log in Monthly $39 Totals $468 per year $39/month Get Started Totals $468 per year Starter $30 for 3 months, then $399/year $30 for 3 months Get Started Then $399/year Annual $399 Save 15% $399/year Get Started Save 15% 11+ Users Custom Savings start at 25%! Request A Quote Request A Quote Savings start at 25%! 2-10 Users $300 Annually per user $300/year Get Started $300 Annually per user View All Plans To read the rest of this story subscribe to STAT+. Subscribe Log In biotechnology, Coronavirus, drug development, HHS, Pharmaceuticals, Policy, RFK Jr., STAT+, Vaccines Submit a correction requestReprints Chelsea Cirruzzo Washington Correspondent Chelsea covers the Department of Health and Human Services with a particular focus on power and influence at the top. Confidential tips can be sent via Signal at chelseacirruzzo.42. Newsletter The latest updates in federal health agencies, research institutes, and U.S. policy Recommended Health July 8, 2026 Bryan Johnson’s chronic disease is notoriously difficult to diagnose The Readout July 8, 2026 STAT Plus: Europe will accelerate its review of RevMed’s drug Advertisement Biotech July 8, 2026 STAT Plus: Prime Medicine claims victory in dispute over gene-editing technology with Beam Therapeutics Biotech July 7, 2026 STAT Plus: FDA approves Vera Therapeutics kidney disease treatment The Readout July 7, 2026 STAT Plus: Compass says depression drug has long-lasting benefits Subscriber Picks