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Anti-vaccine changes under RFK Jr. will hurt vulnerable toddlers, study confirms

Recent CDC changes to the MMRV vaccine policy may disproportionately affect vulnerable toddlers.

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Coverage from Ars Technica, Pharmacy Times, and Contemporary Pediatrics emphasizes the potential impact on vulnerable populations. The MMRV vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella, was particularly important for children eligible for the Vaccines for Children program.

King County's MMRV vaccination rate has remained at 15 percent from 2015 to 2025. Watch for further developments on how these changes will affect vaccination rates and public health outcomes, particularly among low-income and minoritized families.

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What is the MMRV vaccine?

The MMRV vaccine protects against measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella.

Who is affected by the removal of the MMRV vaccine from the recommended schedule?

Vulnerable toddlers, particularly those from low-income and minoritized families, may be disproportionately affected.

What is the Vaccines for Children program?

The Vaccines for Children program provides vaccines to children whose parents or guardians may not be able to afford them.

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CDC MMRV vaccine Vaccines for Children Public Health Vulnerable Populations RFK Jr.

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