Summary
Michigan's top health official advised doctors in the state to follow different vaccine guidelines than those from the CDC. The advice comes after the CDC changed its policy on hepatitis B vaccines for newborns. Michigan's chief medical executive suggests using vaccine schedules from other medical groups instead.
Key Facts
- Michigan's chief medical executive is Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian.
- Dr. Bagdasarian recommends following vaccine schedules from the American Academy of Pediatrics or the American Academy of Family Physicians.
- The CDC recently advised delaying the hepatitis B vaccine for babies born to mothers who test negative for the virus.
- The CDC's new guidelines suggest waiting at least two months for the first dose, previously recommended within 24 hours.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is overseeing the CDC and has faced criticism for his decisions.
- Kennedy canceled $500 million in funding for mRNA vaccines and previously led an anti-vaccine group.
- The CDC fired 600 employees and its chief was replaced, causing frustration among health officials.
- A Michigan lawmaker introduced articles of impeachment against Kennedy, but it's unlikely to pass due to GOP control.
