This mercury-containing compound, used as a vaccine preservative, is commonly used in lower-income countries — and deemed safe. The U.S. is now demanding that Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance stop using it.
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Health officials slash the number of vaccines recommended for all kids
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reducing the number of vaccines recommended for all children. The action follows a presidential memorandum ordering a review of the U.S. schedule.
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In a year of steep challenges, there were still shining moments in global health
The Trump administration’s deep cuts in U.S. foreign health aid had a devastating impact. Yet there were achievements of note in spite of it all.
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Under RFK Jr., the CDC is scrutinizing the childhood vaccine schedule
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has launched an unprecedented review of routine shots given to kids, alarming public health experts.
