Trump administration cuts number of vaccines it recommends for every child
PBS••general
Key Points:
- The U.S. government has reduced the number of vaccines it recommends for all children, leaving some immunizations like flu shots as optional without clear guidance.
- Officials claim the change will not affect families' access to or insurance coverage for vaccines, aiming to align U.S. recommendations with those of peer nations and increase public trust.
- The revision follows a review ordered by President Trump, which found the U.S. recommended more vaccines and doses than 20 comparable countries.
- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated the decision protects children, respects family choices, and rebuilds trust in public health.
- Medical experts criticized the move, warning it could lead to lower vaccination rates, increased hospitalizations, and preventable deaths due
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