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CDC Cuts Childhood Vaccines Amid Safety Concerns and Criticism

1/5/2026

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the childhood vaccine schedule was reduced from 17 to 11 vaccines.
The change followed a directive from U.S. President Donald Trump to align U.S. vaccines with those of other developed nations.
Critics warn the shift could increase disease outbreaks as measles and other preventable illnesses rise.
Legal experts warn the change could undermine vaccine coverage and invite lawsuits from parents.

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the childhood vaccine schedule was reduced from 17 to 11 vaccines.
The change followed a directive from U.S. President Donald Trump to align U.S. vaccines with those of other developed nations.
Critics warn the shift could increase disease outbreaks as measles and other preventable illnesses rise.
Legal experts warn the change could undermine vaccine coverage and invite lawsuits from parents.