Pediatrics group releases vaccine recommendations, breaks with CDC
The AAP is recommending immunization against 18 diseases. Earlier this month, the CDC reduced its recommendations for childhood vaccines to 11 diseases.
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Pediatrics group breaks from CDC on vaccines
The American Academy of Pediatrics, one of the nation's leading medical organizations, released its own vaccine schedule for children and teens which differs from the CDC's vaccine guidelines. The organization said it will continue to recommend routine immunizations against 18 diseases for all children. Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know.
Pediatric group issues COVID vaccine guidance
The American Academy of Pediatrics is strongly recommending COVID vaccinations for children ages 6 months to 2 years old. The guidance is different from the CDC advice under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., which does not recommend COVID-19 shots for healthy kids of any age. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know.
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