Vaccine Schedule Changes May Contradict Decades of Research — Here's What To Know
Learn more about the vaccine schedule changes brought forth by the current administration and why so many medical professionals disagree with them.
The U.S. administration has announced plans to reduce the number of routine childhood vaccinations from 18 to 11, sparking criticism from medical professionals. The directive, signed on August 10, 2026, also proposes splitting the MMR vaccine into three individual shots. Experts argue that the proposed changes lack scientific backing, emphasizing that existing data supports the current immunization schedule.
The administration's decision comes amid concerns over declining vaccination rates and a recent spike in measles cases.
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