September 21, 2025 - Last Thursday, Susan J. Kressly, MD, FAAP, president of the American Academy of Pediatrics released the following:
“Today’s meeting of the federal Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) promoted false claims and misguided information about vaccines as part of an unprecedented effort to limit access to routine childhood immunizations and sow fear and mistrust in vaccines. Following today’s meeting, instead of emerging with clear guidance about vaccines that we know protect against serious illnesses, families are left with confusion, chaos and false information. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is stepping in to fill the gap.
“AAP recently published our own immunization schedule to ensure providers and families have evidence-based guidance rooted in the best interests of children’s health.
“Pediatricians talk with families about vaccines every day. We know that the vast majority of parents vaccinate their children to keep their immune systems strong and to ensure they can grow up healthy and active. Thanks to vaccines, many serious diseases that used to be common are now rarely seen. Ensuring that children stay up to date on vaccinations keeps these diseases from making a comeback.
“Following today’s meeting, we want to be clear that our recommendations on hepatitis B and measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (MMRV) vaccination have not changed:
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