Maternal RSV immunization creates an important opportunity for obstetric and pediatric clinicians to coordinate newborn prevention strategies, according to Kevin Ault, MD.
News|Articles|August 12, 2026
Multiple medical societies react to childhood vaccine executive order
Author(s)Joshua Fitch, Senior Editor
Fact checked by: Benjamin P. Saylor
Included are statements from SMFM, ACOG, and the AAP.
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Following President Donald Trump’s executive order on August 10, 2026, that called for multiple changes to the childhood vaccine schedule, several pediatric and maternal health organizations released statements expressing concerns about the order.1-4
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