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11 August 2026

Trump pushes overhaul of US childhood vaccine policy

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Source reporting: Deutsche Welle English

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Trump pushes overhaul of US childhood vaccine policy

In an executive order, President Trump calls for fewer recommended childhood vaccinations and more spacing between shots. Medical experts warn the changes lack scientific backing and could leave children less protected.

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