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Trump signs order to reduce childhood vaccinations and separate MMR shots

11 Ağustos 2026Al Jazeera

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at reducing the number of childhood vaccinations, specifically proposing to split the MMR vaccine into separate components. This decision has sparked significant debate regarding public health and vaccination strategies.
Critics argue that such moves could undermine herd immunity and lead to a resurgence of preventable diseases.
This executive order comes at a time when vaccination rates have been a contentious issue in the U.S., with some states experiencing outbreaks of diseases like measles due to declining vaccination rates. The MMR vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps, and rubella, has been a cornerstone of childhood immuniza…
The implications of Trump's executive order could be profound, as it challenges established public health guidelines that advocate for comprehensive vaccination schedules. By endorsing a reduction in vaccinations and the separation of the MMR vaccine, the administration appears to align with a growing anti-vaccine s…

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