US medical groups issue vaccine guidance, urge jabs for flu, COVID and RSV
Summary
A group of major U.S. medical organizations released updated vaccine advice for flu, COVID-19, and RSV to help the public protect themselves. This new guidance comes after changes in federal vaccine policies created confusion and slowed official recommendations.Key Facts
- The coalition includes the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
- They released vaccination guidance for influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
- Their advice varies by age and factors like pregnancy.
- They recommend annual flu shots for everyone over six months old.
- Updated COVID vaccines are advised for healthy adults, young children, and pregnant women.
- RSV vaccines are recommended for older adults, pregnant women, and babies under eight months.
- The federal government, led by President Donald Trump, reduced some longstanding vaccine recommendations starting last year.
- A federal judge blocked many federal vaccine policy changes due to lack of scientific support.
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