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CDC Halts Flu Campaign Amid Rising Pediatric Deaths

11/11/2025

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will not resume its "wild to mild" flu vaccination campaign after a season with 280 pediatric deaths.
Experts warn a harsher season could follow as Australia and Japan report severe flu outbreaks.
Nearly half of the children who died last winter had no underlying conditions.
The CDC's lack of vaccine communication may hinder efforts despite recommendations from medical groups.

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Story summary

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will not resume its "wild to mild" flu vaccination campaign after a season with 280 pediatric deaths.
Experts warn a harsher season could follow as Australia and Japan report severe flu outbreaks.
Nearly half of the children who died last winter had no underlying conditions.
The CDC's lack of vaccine communication may hinder efforts despite recommendations from medical groups.