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Kennedy Assures Governors: Vaccine Changes Won't Affect Coverage

11/22/2025

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Health Secretary, told governors that proposed vaccine-recommendation changes would not block insurance coverage.
He urged proper testing to understand vaccines' risks and benefits.
The Vaccines for Children Program covers vaccines recommended by the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).
ACIP will discuss hepatitis B vaccine schedule changes on December 4.
GOP-led states challenge the FDA's approval of a generic abortion pill, citing safety concerns.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Health Secretary, told governors that proposed vaccine-recommendation changes would not block insurance coverage.
He urged proper testing to understand vaccines' risks and benefits.
The Vaccines for Children Program covers vaccines recommended by the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).
ACIP will discuss hepatitis B vaccine schedule changes on December 4.
GOP-led states challenge the FDA's approval of a generic abortion pill, citing safety concerns.