Medical Groups Clash with Federal Officials on Vaccines

Unprecedented Disagreement: Medical Groups Challenge Federal Health Officials on Routine Newborn VaccinationsThe American Academy of Pediatrics and other doctor groups are at odds with federal health officials over the routine newborn vaccination against hepatitis B. This virus can lead to severe liver issues, including cancer. The federal advisory committee is also reviewing the entire childhood vaccination schedule, questioning certain ingredients and the number of doses. Doctors are concerned as these new guidelines are proposed without new supporting data. The federal health department recently contradicted the long-held scientific conclusion that vaccines do not cause autism. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices argues that most babies have a low risk of hepatitis B infection and that earlier research on infant shot safety was not adequate. In response, medical groups are issuing their own advice on certain vaccines, largely mirroring the federal guidance from before 2025. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.