WASHINGTON / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new CDC Advisory Commission is planning significant changes to the vaccination schedule for children in the United States. In particular, the hepatitis B vaccination for newborns is in focus, leading to considerable debate in the medical community.
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There could soon be far-reaching changes to the vaccination schedule for children in the USA. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a long-time anti-vaxxer who now holds the position of health secretary, has replaced the members of the CDC’s independent immunization commission with his own advisers. These changes have already led to chaotic meetings that could limit access to vaccines and deviate from data-based decisions.
There is a particular focus on the hepatitis B vaccination for newborns. This vaccination is currently recommended immediately after birth, but the new commission is considering postponing it. The risks of hepatitis B infection are significant as it can lead to liver failure, cirrhosis or cancer. Since universal vaccination for babies was introduced in 1991, infection rates have fallen dramatically.
The newly appointed commission has already made some changes. Thimerosal-free vaccines were recommended in June, although there is no evidence that the preservative is harmful. It was also decided to separate the combination vaccination against measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox. These decisions could have far-reaching implications for vaccination policy and public health in the United States.
Experts warn about the possible consequences of postponing the hepatitis B vaccination. A new modeling study suggests that delaying vaccination could lead to a rise in infections and deaths. The study predicts that delaying vaccination by just two months could lead to at least 1,400 preventable infections and 480 deaths per year. These numbers highlight the importance of vaccination in protecting public health.
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