CDC advisers could reverse hepatitis B vaccine recommendations for newborns
NBC News·2025-12-03 21:30
A group of CDC advisers is weighing some major policy changes to childhood vaccines. The panel is set to meet tomorrow and Friday to discuss whether to scrap the recommendation that newborns should receive hepatitis B vaccinations. >> Now, the vaccine has been credited with significantly preventing the spread of hepatitis B, but skeptics are questioning whether the benefits of the shot actually outweigh the potential health risks.NBC News medical reporter Dr. . Ashal joins us now. Dr. . Dr.. Sel, let's firs ...