MAHA Institute chief reveals widespread vaccine injuries, urges media to speak out

Emerging research findings and growing health data repositories are revealing what he described as a “massive epidemic of vaccine injury,” known as MEVI, according to Mark Gorton, president of the MAHA Institute.

Speaking at the opening of the institute’s MEVI-focused event this week, Gorton urged journalists to show courage in reporting on the issue, saying greater media attention could help prevent what he claimed would otherwise be a surge in neurological and autoimmune conditions among children.

The one-day forum, hosted in Washington, D.C., by the MAHA Institute, brought together more than a dozen participants for discussions on vaccine safety, side effects, liability protections, and public trust in immunisation programmes.

Opening the event, MAHA Institute president Mark Gorton urged journalists to investigate what he described as a “massive epidemic of vaccine injury,” abbreviated as MEVI, and called for greater public scrutiny of vaccination policies.

Gorton argued that the issue remains underreported and controversial, alleging that medical professionals, researchers, and the media often avoid the subject due to reputational and professional risks.

He also claimed that parents who believe their children experienced adverse reactions after vaccination frequently feel ignored or dismissed by healthcare systems.

Speakers cited studies, personal testimonies, and data analyses to support their concerns, though many of these claims remain disputed within the broader scientific community.

Major international health bodies, including the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), consistently state that vaccines undergo rigorous testing for safety and effectiveness before approval and continuous monitoring afterward.

Scientific consensus holds that vaccines have prevented millions of deaths worldwide by controlling diseases such as measles, polio, and smallpox.

Extensive research involving large populations has found no credible evidence that vaccines cause autism, a claim that has been repeatedly investigated over decades.

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Medical experts acknowledge that vaccines, like all medicines, can cause side effects. Most are mild and temporary, such as soreness or fever, while serious adverse reactions are rare.

Public health agencies maintain surveillance systems to detect and investigate such events, adjusting recommendations when necessary.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, for example, regulators reviewed reports of rare conditions such as myocarditis following certain vaccines and updated guidance accordingly.

Public health specialists warn that unverified or misleading information about vaccines can undermine immunisation programmes, potentially leading to outbreaks of preventable diseases.

They stress that vaccine decisions should be based on peer-reviewed scientific evidence rather than anecdotal reports or unconfirmed studies.

The Washington event reflects broader global tensions surrounding vaccine confidence, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic, which intensified scrutiny of pharmaceutical companies, regulators, and government policies.

Experts say rebuilding trust requires transparency, clear communication about risks and benefits, and prompt investigation of safety concerns.

Despite disagreements over the claims presented at the forum, participants agreed that public dialogue on health policies remains essential.

Vaccination continues to be regarded by most medical authorities as one of the most effective tools for preventing infectious diseases, while debates over safety, accountability, and public confidence persist in some quarters.