We Want to Hear From Parents and Doctors About Vaccines

We Want to Hear From Parents and Doctors About Vaccines

The New York Timesgeneral

Key Points:

  • The Trump administration has removed six vaccines from the nation's routine immunization schedule, raising concerns about potential declines in vaccination rates.
  • Experts in pediatrics, epidemiology, and public health continue to support these vaccines but worry that the change may increase parental mistrust and confusion.
  • The impact of this decision may not be immediately visible due to private vaccine decisions by parents and relaxed reporting requirements.
  • A reporter is seeking input from parents, expectant parents, and medical professionals to understand how the new schedule is influencing vaccine decisions and medical practices.
  • Submissions will be confidential, and any published information will only be shared with permission after follow-up contact.