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Doctors respond to Trump's vaccine executive order as kids head back to school

President Trump signed an executive order on Monday that lowers the recommended number of vaccines for children and encourages splitting up certain vaccines into separate doctor visits. Doctors spoke with CBS News about the order and suggested that parents speak with their children's pediatricians about what would be best for their kids.

Doctors respond to Trump's vaccine executive order as kids head back to school

TL;DR

  • President Trump signed an executive order on vaccine recommendations for children.
  • The order lowers the number of recommended vaccines.
  • It encourages splitting up certain vaccines into separate doctor visits.
  • Doctors advise parents to consult pediatricians regarding their children's specific needs.