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CDC Updates COVID Vaccine Guidelines Amidst R.F.K. Jr. Controversy

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CDC Updates COVID Vaccine Guidelines Amidst R.F.K. Jr. Controversy
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The article discusses the importance and safety of COVID vaccination during pregnancy, highlighting that pregnant women are at higher risk of severe illness and complications from COVID, including effects on the placenta and increased risk of blood clots. Despite some recent policy changes removing the vaccine from recommended schedules for pregnant women, scientific evidence supports vaccination to protect both mothers and infants, with ongoing research emphasizing its benefits. The article also notes concerns about reduced surveillance and access issues due to policy shifts.

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  1. Here’s the science behind the COVID vaccine in pregnancy : Shots - Health News  NPR
  2. CDC Issues New Advice on Covid Vaccines for Children That Contradicted RFK Jr.  The New York Times
  3. U.S. just radically changed its COVID vaccine recommendations: How will it affect you?  Los Angeles Times
  4. Contradicting RFK Jr., CDC keeps recommending covid vaccine for kids  The Washington Post
  5. How to Think About COVID -19 Vaccines in the Era of R.F.K., Jr.  The New Yorker

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