Vaccine Committee Debates Newborn Hepatitis B Shot

A federal vaccine advisory committee, now led by Secretary Kennedy, is considering a change in the hepatitis B vaccine recommendation for newborns. They might suggest the birth dose only for babies whose mothers test positive for hepatitis B, leaving the decision for others to parents and doctors. This comes after a work group evaluated the necessity of a birth dose when mothers test negative. The committees recent decisions, including not recommending COVID-19 vaccinations, have drawn criticism from major medical organizations, who advise following previous guidance. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.