Summary
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is considering a new childhood vaccine schedule that may resemble Denmark's. This change could expose vaccine manufacturers to lawsuits from which they have been previously protected. The planned changes are linked to President Trump's directive to align U.S. vaccine practices with other developed countries.
Key Facts
- The U.S. is considering a new childhood vaccine schedule similar to Denmark's.
- Vaccine manufacturers have been shielded from lawsuits by federal law since 1986.
- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. initially considered Denmark's schedule but paused the decision.
- President Trump directed health officials to use practices from other developed countries.
- Any change might lead to fewer vaccinations and more disease cases.
- The new schedule could remove liability protections for vaccine makers.
- The final decision will undergo legal review and is expected next year.
- Legal experts are skeptical about removing liability without Congress' decision.
