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Bleach Admirers Await RFK Jr.'s Realization of Their Desired Outcomes

Groups promoting the harmful bleach treatment for various conditions, including cancer and autism, claim Robert F. Kennedy Jr. supports their efforts.

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Toxic bleach advocacy groups claim Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expresses interest in their controversial...
Toxic bleach advocacy groups claim Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expresses interest in their controversial health remedy, targeting various illnesses.

Bleach Admirers Await RFK Jr.'s Realization of Their Desired Outcomes

In the past few months, the online community advocating for the use of the toxic bleach solution, chlorine dioxide, as a cure for various health issues, has intensified. This escalation stems directly from US Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., mentioning it during his Senate confirmation hearing.

Chlorine dioxide, marketed under various names like Miracle Mineral Solution, goes by different aliases but has been pushed as a magic bullet for conditions ranging from malaria to autism since the mid-1990s. Despite being debunked by authorities worldwide, its popularity thrives.

Kennedy's connection to the cause extends back to at least 2023, and advocates claim he reached out to physicians like Pierre Kory – a vocal proponent of ivermectin for COVID-19 – to discuss bleach just days after his confirmation hearing. However, Kennedy has not openly endorsed or promoted chlorine dioxide as a treatment.

The renewed spotlight on chlorine dioxide has rejuvenated social media groups, with an influx of new members fueling further activity. These groups, often referred to as the "bleach community," are striving to gain broader acceptance of chlorine dioxide as a mainstream treatment. Although the Trump administration has so far shown no signs of approaching such a decision, advocates remain hopeful under Kennedy's watch.

Fiona O’Leary, an Ireland-based activist who has spent years warning about the dangers of toxic bleach solutions purported as autism cures, describes the situation as a "horror show." As influencers rally and re-emerge on Telegram and Facebook, O’Leary and other advocates worry about the potential for the Trump administration – and now the new administration – to endorse chlorine dioxide as a cure-all.

The surge in chlorine dioxide advocacy also reflects Kennedy's broader stance on public health and vaccinations, including his recent move to purge the vaccine advisory panel at the Department of Health and Human Services. While Kennedy's explicit advocacy for chlorine dioxide might be only hinted at, his rhetoric resonates with communities advocating unproven treatments.

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  1. CNN: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., under fire for promoting toxic bleach called 'Miracle Mineral Solution,' defends chlorine dioxide in new interview
  2. Vice News: 'The Bleachers Are Back': Chlorine Dioxide and the Right's Last Hail Mary Against Covid
  3. BuzzFeed News: Inside The Chlorine Dioxide Movement. Yes, People Are Still Trying To Drink Bleach To Fight Coronavirus
  4. Rolling Stone: Joseph R. Osha, Cawthron Institute: "Miracle Mineral Solution Is Wildly Toxic, Even at Low Doses"
  5. Time: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Is Cleaning House at the Department of Health and Human Services
  6. The intensified online community advocating for the use of chlorine dioxide, a toxic bleach solution marketed as a miracle cure for various health issues, has led to an upward trend in newsletters and features discussing the topic.
  7. While Kennedy has not open-ly endorsed chlorine dioxide, his connection to the cause and stance on public health, including his actions toward the vaccine advisory panel at the Department of Health and Human Services, have resonated with influencers who promote unproven treatments.
  8. Social platforms like Telegram and Facebook have seen a revival of chlorine dioxide advocacy groups, or the "bleach community," aiming to gain mainstream acceptance for the toxic substance.
  9. The resurgence in the promotion of chlorine dioxide as a cure-all has sparked concerns among medical professionals and health advocates, such as Fiona O’Leary, who cite the potential risks to mental health, nutrition, and other health-and-wellness aspects.
  10. Influencers rallying for chlorine dioxide as a treatment have adopted various platforms, including politics and general news forums, to amplify their messages, raising fears of an endorsement by the administration, especially in the context of crime-and-justice debates.
  11. Kennedy's involvement in the chlorine dioxide movement and recent moves to purge the vaccine advisory panel have caused controversy, with critics arguing that these actions undermine science-based decisions in favor of alternative medicine solutions.
  12. The issue of chlorine dioxide is not limited to health-related concerns, as its promotion raises questions about the role of AI in spreading misinformation and shaping public opinion on critical issues like medical-conditions, cancer, and social platforms.
  13. In response to the renewed interest in chlorine dioxide, health authorities continue to warn against the dangers of consuming bleach solutions, emphasizing the importance of relying on proven scientific research and vaccines for the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
  14. The ongoing debates around chlorine dioxide highlight the complex interplay between science, politics, and public discourse, underscoring the need for transparency, evidence-based decision-making, and responsible journalism in addressing health-related issues.

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