Breaking: Federal health officials slash recommended childhood vaccinations

The move is the most significant reshaping of the vaccine schedule since President Trump took office and empowered health secretary RFK Jr.

Log In    Subscribe BREAKING NEWS   Federal health officials slash recommended childhood vaccinations under Trump's directive By Chelsea Cirruzzo and Helen Branswell Elaine Thompson/AP Federal health officials are unilaterally reducing the number of recommended pediatric immunizations in response to an order from President Trump, the most significant reshaping of the vaccine schedule since Trump took office and empowered health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a longtime critic of childhood shots. READ MORE Sign up for D.C. Diagnosis Washington never stops. Cut through the noise with our essential updates on health care politics and policy. Learn more. In Case You Missed It The 3 biggest issues to watch in vaccine policy in 2026 By Daniel Payne Exclusive: Kennedy vaccine adviser to take a new role at CDC on children's health research By Daniel Payne CDC awards grant to controversial Danish researchers with ties to top FDA official By Lizzy Lawrence and Helen Branswell In 2026, Kennedy's MAHA vision gets put to the test. Here are 3 issues to watch By Elizabeth Cooney, Isabella Cueto, and Sarah Todd Don't miss out on another STAT investigation Unlock the world of health and medicine with a subscription to STAT+ Learn more STAT, 1 Exchange Place, Boston, MA ©2026, All Rights Reserved. I no longer wish to receive STAT emails Update Newsletter Preferences • Contact Us • Advertise with Us