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CDC committee drops hep B vaccine for newborns over objections from health officials

December 5, 2025

The CDC advisory panel has voted to change the recommended birth dose of the hepatitis B vaccine, a decision that has raised concerns among health officials. This change could result in public insurance programs no longer being required to cover the vaccine, potentially leaving many families without access to it.

After months-long fight, CDC poised to scrap Hep B vaccine for newborns

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CDC committee voted to change the birth dose recommendation for hepatitis B vaccine.
Public insurance programs may not be required to cover the vaccine anymore.
The hepatitis B virus can lead to serious health issues like liver cancer or cirrhosis.

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CDC committee drops hep B vaccine for newborns over objections from health officials

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CDC committee drops hep B vaccine for newborns over objections from health officials

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