Dr. Oz says MMR is "not a lethal vaccine" despite Trump's comments

Updated on: August 23, 2026 / 2:59 PM EDT / CBS News

Dr. Oz says MMR is "not a lethal vaccine" despite Trump's comments

TL;DR

  • Dr. Mehmet Oz stated the MMR vaccine is not lethal, disagreeing with President Trump's assertions.
  • President Trump claimed the MMR vaccine could be "lethal" if not administered as three separate shots, though these are not available in the U.S.
  • Oz stressed the administration's goal to encourage vaccinations while respecting parental autonomy and doctor recommendations.
  • The discussion touches on parental rights to question and decide on their children's vaccinations.
  • Measles vaccination rates among kindergarteners have fallen below the 95% herd immunity threshold.