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US pediatricians' new COVID-19 shot recommendations differ from CDC advice
- On Tuesday, pediatric health experts released new guidance urging COVID-19 vaccinations for children between 6 months and 2 years old, while suggesting that vaccinations for older children be decided by their parents.
- For the first time in three decades, these recommendations significantly differ from federal vaccine guidance established under the current U.S. Health Secretary, who does not advise COVID-19 vaccinations for healthy children.
- Dr. James Campbell, AAP infectious disease committee vice chair, acknowledged this divergence will cause confusion and noted that healthy older children skipping boosters has been debated among experts.
- The AAP emphasizes that children aged 6 months to 2 years face high risk for severe COVID-19 and that vaccines protect against serious illness, stating this year marks the first significant difference from CDC advice in decades.
- This split highlights growing tensions in vaccine policy, as CDC guidance relies on its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, affecting coverage and insurance, while AAP strives to provide clear guidance amid misinformation.
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American Academy of Pediatrics Releases Updated Vaccine Guidance, Breaking With CDC
The guidelines include updates to vaccines for RSV, influenza, COVID-19, and more.Fact checked by Sarah ScottParents/Getty ImagesKey PointsThe American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released updated immunization guidelines for babies and children.In some areas, their recommendations break from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)'s guidance.The most glaring difference involves the COVID-19 vaccination. Where the CDC advises par…
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