American Academy of Pediatrics Opposes Government on COVID-19 Vaccine
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The AAP is changing its advice about vaccines. This is the first big change in 30 years for them. The new advice is about COVID-19 shots for young children.
The AAP says kids aged 6 months to 2 years should get the shot. They also say older kids can get it if parents want. This is different from what the US government says about the vaccine.
The government does not say healthy kids need the shot. But kids can get it with a doctor's advice. The AAP thinks it is important for young kids to get the COVID-19 shot.
A government person said the AAP is hurting vaccine rules. They said the AAP cares more about money. The government person said vaccine companies give money to the AAP.
The AAP has given vaccine advice since the 1930s. They usually agree with the CDC on what to do. Now, their advice is very different from the CDC for the first time in a while.
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What is the AAP changing?
The AAP is changing its advice about vaccines.
What age group does the AAP recommend for the COVID-19 shot?
The AAP recommends kids aged 6 months to 2 years for the COVID-19 shot.
How long has the AAP been giving vaccine advice?
The AAP has been giving vaccine advice since the 1930s.
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