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Dr. Susan J. Kressly

Dr. Susan J. Kressly

President, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

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Notable Quotes

On the hepatitis B decision, Kressly warned that the new guidance is “irresponsible and purposely misleading” and “will lead to more hepatitis B infections in infants and children.” ([factcheck.org](https://www.factcheck.org/2025/12/vaccine-panel-voting-to-change-hepatitis-b-shot-for-newborns-shares-misleading-information/?utm_source=openai))

Stories

Trump and RFK Jr. launch overhaul of U.S. childhood vaccine schedule

Rule Changes

Leading professional opposition to hepatitis B rollback and broader vaccine changes

In his second term, President Donald Trump is overhauling U.S. childhood vaccination policy. He argues the country gives too many shots compared with its peers. On December 5, 2025, a federal vaccine advisory panel voted 8–3 to end the longstanding hepatitis B shot recommendation for newborns. Trump signed a memorandum ordering the HHS secretary and CDC director to review the childhood schedule and align it where possible with peer countries' practices.

Updated 6 days ago