You may have seen the news: the CDC has officially revised its childhood vaccine guidelines in the U.S., cutting the number of universally recommended vaccines from 17 to 11. While vaccines like polio and MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) remain standard, others (like hepatitis A and B, meningitis, and Covid) are now part of a "shared decision-making" process between parents and healthcare providers. Some say this empowers families. Others worry it could undermine public trust in immunizations.
We know vaccines are a sensitive and deeply personal topic, especially for those of us living with chronic illnesses, immunocompromised conditions, or caregiving responsibilities.
🗣️ What’s your take?
Do you think these changes will affect how families make health decisions?
How do you feel about this move toward more flexible, risk-based recommendations?
Do you see this shift improving trust and autonomy, or creating more confusion and inequality?
As someone living with (or caring for someone with) a health condition, how do you think this could impact community health?
No matter your perspective, this is a space for respectful, supportive dialogue. Feel free to share your thoughts, ask questions, or just read along to better understand where others are coming from 💛
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Hi everyone,
You may have seen the news: the CDC has officially revised its childhood vaccine guidelines in the U.S., cutting the number of universally recommended vaccines from 17 to 11. While vaccines like polio and MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) remain standard, others (like hepatitis A and B, meningitis, and Covid) are now part of a "shared decision-making" process between parents and healthcare providers. Some say this empowers families. Others worry it could undermine public trust in immunizations.
We know vaccines are a sensitive and deeply personal topic, especially for those of us living with chronic illnesses, immunocompromised conditions, or caregiving responsibilities.
🗣️ What’s your take?
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No matter your perspective, this is a space for respectful, supportive dialogue. Feel free to share your thoughts, ask questions, or just read along to better understand where others are coming from 💛
Take care,
Somya from the Carenity team 🌼