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The American Academy of Pediatrics is in the news for its stance on vaccines amid CDC shifts and political pressure. It’s the largest US pediatrician group, shaping child health policies.

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US CDC Panel Recommends No COVID Boosters

Recent CDC advisory panel declined to recommend COVID-19 vaccines for any age group this fall, leaving vaccination decisions to individuals and healthcare providers. The move follows FDA restrictions limiting vaccine access and reflects shifting attitudes amid ongoing debates about vaccine safety and policy. The decision impacts vaccine coverage and public trust.

US Vaccine Policy Under Review

The CDC advisory committee is set to reconsider the recommendation for universal hepatitis B vaccination at birth, amid political pressure and vaccine skepticism. The decision could impact childhood immunization rates and public health efforts to prevent lifelong liver disease.

US Vaccination Policy Shift Sparks Controversy

U.S. health officials, under the influence of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have reversed decades of vaccination policy by ending universal hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. The move, driven by a panel with controversial appointees, faces widespread criticism from medical groups and public health experts, raising concerns over increased hepatitis B risks.