HHS cuts the number of vaccines recommended for kids
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Federal health officials are cutting the number of recommended vaccines for kids, with some immunizations more restricted under the new guidelines. The American Academy of Pediatrics is condemning the change.
Breakdown
- HHS restricts some childhood vaccines to high-risk groups or after consultation
- President Trump claims the new schedule is based on global scientific consensus 18s
- American Academy of Pediatrics condemns the changes as dangerous 27s
- Experts warn the 'high risk' category is not clearly defined 1m 15s
- Severe flu season prompts calls for continued flu vaccination 2m 36s