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Trump orders fewer childhood vaccinations including splitting up MMR

Trump orders fewer childhood vaccinations including splitting up MMR

Summary

President Donald Trump issued an executive order to reduce the number of routine childhood vaccinations. The order includes a plan to give the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, and rubella) as separate shots instead of a combined vaccine.

Key Facts

  • President Trump signed an executive order about childhood vaccinations.
  • The order calls for fewer routine vaccines for children.
  • It specifically asks to split the MMR vaccine into separate doses.
  • MMR vaccine currently combines protection against measles, mumps, and rubella in one shot.
  • The president claimed the combined MMR vaccine could be harmful.
  • This executive order changes how childhood vaccines are given in the US.
  • The order is focused on policies for children's health and vaccination schedules.
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