# Episode 5 - CDC Vaccine Schedule Cuts: What Changed, Why It Matters, and What Parents Should Do

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Published: 2026-01-29T13:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Major changes to the CDC childhood immunization schedule are creating confusion—and risk. Dr. Zachary Rubin (Allergy/Immunology) and Dr. Melanie Matheu, PhD (Immunology) break down what changed, how vaccines are actually approved (FDA → ACIP → CDC), why herd immunity matters, and what this means for parents, pediatricians, and public health. We also discuss real-world vaccine side effects vs. vaccine-preventable disease, and where to find the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) schedule to review with your child’s doctor.

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