Pediatric Immunization

Discussions on day 1 focused on the difference between the MMR and MMR+V vaccines, with clinicians calling for inclusion of real-world experience in any ACIP decision.

Regardless of decisions made during the ACIP meeting, health insurance plans will continue to cover shots recommended by ACIP as of Sept 1.

Most parents support childhood vaccines such as MMR and polio, but skepticism about seasonal and newer shots persists, along with distrust of federal agencies.

Merck's CAPVAXIVE could cover approximately 78% of invasive pneumococcal disease cases in youth with chronic health conditions, vs other approved pneumococcal conjugate vaccines.

In its updated guidelines, the AAP recommends that all children aged 6 to 23 months be vaccinated against COVID-19, citing the population's high risk for severe infection.

Sarah Sams, MD, emphasizes education, empathy, and proactive communication to support families and protect public health.

Family physician Sarah Sams, MD, shares how to improve pediatric vaccine coadministration using pre‑visit planning and staff coordination.

Schaffner describes the mood among his colleagues in infectious disease right now as anxious, perplexed, distressed, and angry. They expect the disruptions and their feelings to continue.

Effective pediatric vaccine conversations require trust and facts. Family physician Sarah Sams, MD, offers tips for addressing concerns without harming patient relationships.

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From EMR reports to targeted nurse visits, Sarah Sams, MD, outlines practical ways PCPs can catch up pediatric vaccinations before school starts.

Board-certified family physician Sarah Sams, MD, urges physicians to actively engage their communities to build vaccine confidence and combat misinformation.

Insights on atopic dermatitis treatment preferences, the safety of childhood vaccines, maternal depression’s effect on parenting, and more.

Only 92.5% of kindergartners received the recommended 2-shot MMR series in 2024-25 and rates were similarly low for DTaP and polio, according to the CDC.

The AAP acknowledges challenges for families but emphasizes mandatory vaccination as crucial for safe school environments.

Infectious disease expert Amesh Adalja, MD, outlines the biggest vaccine policy shifts of 2025, including changes to COVID-19 and flu vaccine recommendations.

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Nirsevimab lowered the risk of RSV-related illness by over 87% and hospitalizations by 98% in a new study.

Moderna’s Spikevax receives full FDA approval for use in children at increased risk for COVID-19, expanding protection ahead of the 2025–2026 virus season.

Among recipients of high-dose CVXGA, relative vaccine effectiveness was 67.8% against symptomatic COVID infection at a median 7.3 months post-vaccination.

As authorities record data on the largest US measles outbreak in decades, 79% of Americans support school vaccine mandates for children, an encouraging result.

The preventive monoclonal antibody is designed to protect infants against RSV infection through 5 months and is administered at the same dose, regardless of weight.

HHS Secretary Kennedy announced the CDC will no longer recommend vaccination against infection with SARS-CoV-2 for the 2 vulnerable populations.

Cases of whooping cough in the US more than doubled in 2024, and 2 infants have died from the infection. Here is background on the infection and vaccine.

At current vaccination rates, measles could become endemic in the US again within 21 years; the threat extends to rubella, polio, and diphtheria, the study found.