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Trump Signs Executive Order to Modify Childhood Vaccine Recommendations

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on August 10, 2026, proposing to reduce the number of vaccines recommended for children from 18 to 11. The order has drawn criticism from medical professionals who argue it may create confusion for parents and complicate vaccination schedules. The executive order also suggests separating the combined MMR vaccine into individual shots, despite the lack of FDA-approved options.

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President Donald Trump signed an executive order on August 10, 2026, proposing to reduce the number of vaccines recommended for children from 18 to 11. The order has drawn criticism from medical professionals who argue it may create confusion for parents and complicate vaccination schedules. The executive order also suggests separating the combined MMR vaccine into individual shots, despite the lack of FDA-approved options.

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Trump order aims to cut number of diseases all children should be vaccinated against from 18 to 11

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Trump Signs Executive Order to Modify Childhood Vaccine Recommendations