Medical Xpress January 12, 2026
On January 5, 2026, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cut the number of recommended childhood vaccines from 17 to 11. The curtailment drew sharp criticism from the nation’s leading pediatric medical organizations and caused confusion among parents.
The vaccines that are on the chopping block are those that protect children against some severe illnesses including hepatitis A & B, influenza, meningitis, respiratory syncytial virus, and rotavirus. These immunizations are now only recommended for children considered at “high risk,” or after parents consult with a health care provider—an approach the CDC calls “shared clinical decision making” and which critics consider cumbersome at a time when many people receive their vaccinations at neighborhood pharmacies.
The CDC continues to recommend...
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