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Key FactsAAP Urges COVID Shots for Toddlers Amid CDC Disagreement
Aug 19, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends COVID-19 vaccination for children aged 6 to 23 months, diverging from CDC guidance.
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- The CDC shifted to a shared clinical decision-making approach after removing its recommendation for healthy kids in May 2025.
- Insurance coverage may be affected if CDC recommendations are not followed, potentially causing out-of-pocket expenses for families.
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Key FactsLawsuit Challenges Health Secretary’s Vaccine Changes
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Every child's health is at stake.— Dr. Susan Kressly, president of the American Academy of Pediatrics, told reporters on Monday.
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