The Rise of Thimerosal-Free Flu Vaccines: Insights from Kennedy’s New US Vaccine Panel

Understanding Thimerosal and Its Controversy Thimerosal, a compound containing ethylmercury, has been utilized as a preservative in vaccines since the 1930s. It serves to prevent bacterial and fungal contamination, thereby ensuring vaccine safety. Historically, thimerosal was widely incorporated into flu vaccines and multi-dose vials of other vaccines. However, its usage has sparked considerable controversy, particularly … Read more