Controversy Surrounds 2026 Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule Amidst Federal Changes

The 2026 child and adolescent immunization schedule has become a point of contention, with a court fight over the CDC's revised schedule shifting some vaccinations to a 'shared clinical decision-making' approach. Experts warn this could lead to lower uptake for vaccines against diseases like hepatitis A, B, flu, and COVID-19, raising concerns about public health.