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Confusion Surrounds New COVID-19 Vaccination Guidelines for Children and Pregnant Women

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. halts COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, leading to confusion among health experts and insurers about vaccination access.


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Health organizations in Illinois are alarmed by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s announcement to halt COVID-19 vaccination recommendations for healthy children and pregnant women. Following this, the CDC stated that healthy children aged 6 months to 17 years may receive COVID-19 vaccinations, shifting from a previous recommendation. This change has drawn criticism from health experts, who warn it could lead to lower vaccination rates. Insurers are uncertain about coverage, and the CDC's new guidelines emphasize shared decision-making, which may further complicate access to vaccines. Experts stress the importance of vaccination in preventing severe illness.

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The articles present a neutral tone on CDC's updated COVID-19 vaccination guidance for children and pregnant women.

Concerns arise from health experts about the implications of shifting recommendations, reflecting uncertainty in public health.

Criticism is directed at the decision to drop recommendations, viewed as potentially harmful to vulnerable populations.

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The Unqualified Hacks Hijacking Our Public Health
The NationThe Nation·17d·
Far Left
This outlet leans heavily toward left-wing views.

"…This is public health policy making by fiat, by individuals with no relevant expertise in infectious diseases, virology, immunology, or vaccinology, and all with varying degrees of vaccine 'skepticism' well-documented in the public domain."

CDC removes language that says healthy kids and pregnant women should get COVID shots
PBS NewsHourPBS NewsHour·17d·
Leans Left
This outlet slightly leans left.

"…The new vaccine recommendation changes, their timing and the way there were announced have created confusion that can be 'incredibly harmful to the success of vaccination programs.'"

CDC says parents can decide with doctors if healthy kids get Covid shots
NBC NewsNBC News·17d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…The new vaccine recommendation changes, their timing and the way there were announced have created confusion that can be 'incredibly harmful to the success of vaccination programs.'"

Will you be able to get a COVID-19 shot? Here's what we know so far
Chicago Sun-TimesChicago Sun-Times·17d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…Together, the moves have left health experts, vaccine makers and insurers uncertain about what to advise and what comes next."

Illinois doctors sound alarm on dropping COVID-19 vaccine recommendation for kids, pregnant women
Chicago Sun-TimesChicago Sun-Times·19d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…Health organizations and doctors in Illinois are expressing concern over the decision by U.S. Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to stop recommending COVID-19 shots for healthy children and pregnant women, calling it 'shortsighted' and warning it could limit health care choices for families."

CDC still recommends childhood COVID vaccines, despite RFK announcement
USA TODAYUSA TODAY·17d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…The new guidance says parents who want to vaccinate a child for the coronavirus "may receive COVID-19 vaccination, informed by the clinical judgment of a healthcare provider and personal preference and circumstances.""

What we know -- and don't know -- about who will be able to get COVID-19 shots
ABC NewsABC News·19d·
Center
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"…Together, the moves have left health experts, vaccine makers and insurers uncertain about what to advise and what comes next."

CDC now says kids "may receive" COVID-19 vaccines, replacing broad recommendation
CBS NewsCBS News·17d·
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"…The CDC's changes echo what the committee had already been considering voting on next month: narrowing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations to only older adults and younger ages with risk factors, but still allowing for permissive coverage of others getting vaccinated."

CDC updates COVID vaccine recommendations, but not how RFK Jr. wanted
ARS TechnicaARS Technica·17d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…Uncertainty about the changes and requirements alone may lead to fewer children getting vaccinated."

CDC removes language that says healthy kids should get COVID shots
Associated PressAssociated Press·17d·
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This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…The updated guidance on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website does not appear to end recommendations for vaccination of pregnant women, a change that was heavily criticized by medical and public health experts."

Will you be able to get a COVID-19 shot? Here's what we know so far
Associated PressAssociated Press·19d·
Center
This outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.

"…Together, the moves have left health experts, vaccine makers and insurers uncertain about what to advise and what comes next."

CDC removes language that says healthy kids should get COVID shots
Boston HeraldBoston Herald·17d·
Leans Right
This outlet slightly leans right.

"…The CDC updated its website, stating that shots may be given to children ages 6 months to 17 years who do not have moderate or severe problems with their immune systems."

Will you be able to get a COVID-19 shot? Here’s what we know so far
Boston HeraldBoston Herald·19d·
Leans Right
This outlet slightly leans right.

"…Together, the moves have left health experts, vaccine makers and insurers uncertain about what to advise and what comes next."

Vaccine scam unravels as COVID shot ends for kids
The BlazeThe Blaze·17d·
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"…The fact that they are taking this off the schedule for pregnant women and children means this can’t be mandated by law for anybody."

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