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01/05/2026

CDC slashes childhood vaccine schedule in unprecedented overhaul following pandemic trust issues

NEW GUIDELINES TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY AS OFFICIALS CITE NEED TO REBUILD PUBLIC HEALTH TRUST AFTER PANDEMIC

Here is the complete list and which category they fall into, according to HHS:

Recommended for all children:

- Diphtheria
- Tetanus
- Whooping cough
- Hib
- Pneumococcal conjugate
- Polio
- Measles
- Mumps
- Rubella
- HPV
- Varicella (chickenpox)

Recommended for those at high risk:
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Dengue
Meningococcal A
Meningococcal B

Recommended based on shared clinical decision making:

- Rotavirus
- COVID-19
- Influenza
- Meningococcal disease (for non-high-risk)
- Hepatitis A (for non-high-risk)
- Hepatitis B (for non-high-risk)

Despite the changes, the HHS said that insurance will still cover the vaccinations without cost-sharing.

The changes are effective immediately.

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01/05/2026

CDC slashes childhood vaccine schedule in unprecedented overhaul following pandemic trust issues

NEW GUIDELINES TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY AS OFFICIALS CITE NEED TO REBUILD PUBLIC HEALTH TRUST AFTER PANDEMIC

Here is the complete list and which category they fall into, according to HHS:

Recommended for all children:

- Diphtheria
- Tetanus
- Whooping cough
- Hib
- Pneumococcal conjugate
- Polio
- Measles
- Mumps
- Rubella
- HPV
- Varicella (chickenpox)

Recommended for those at high risk:
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Dengue
Meningococcal A
Meningococcal B

Recommended based on shared clinical decision making:

- Rotavirus
- COVID-19
- Influenza
- Meningococcal disease (for non-high-risk)
- Hepatitis A (for non-high-risk)
- Hepatitis B (for non-high-risk)

Despite the changes, the HHS said that insurance will still cover the vaccinations without cost-sharing.

The changes are effective immediately.

U.S. childhood immunization schedule reduced to 11 diseases from 18 under new CDC guidelines in major overhaul.

01/01/2026

From our Health Action MA family to yours, wishing you a happy and healthy 2026.

12/31/2025

We are only halfway through the 2025–2026 legislative session, and we have already accomplished so much this year! Our wins include moving a bill off the floor, stopping a budget amendment that quietly included language from the Community Immunity Act, flagging schools as “elevated risk,” and stopping S.1557, which would have removed the religious exemption.
2026 is shaping up to be our most challenging year yet, and your support helps us stay strong. Thank you for your continued support and advocacy—these session wins would not be possible without YOU.
Donate today at HealthActionMA.org/donate today!

12/30/2025

We’ve stood together through some of the hardest battles in Massachusetts — but 2026 will raise the stakes even higher. Health Action MA is committed to defending our children’s education access and safeguarding parental, medical, and religious rights. With your support today, we’ll stay strong for the families who rely on us. Donate: healthactionma.org/donate or link in bio.

12/25/2025

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”
— Isaiah 9:6 (KJV)

12/25/2025

As we enter the final week of 2025, many across our communities and around the world are celebrating — Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or embracing the reflection this season brings.

Whether rooted in cherished traditions or simply time with those who matter most, we each find meaning in this season. And while the year can feel heavy at times, there is something universal our families share — a commitment to one another. Our community remains united in its mission and strong.

At Health Action MA, we are grateful for every parent, advocate, and neighbor who has stood with us this year — lifting up community voices, protecting children and parental rights, and building a healthier future for every child in Massachusetts.

May this season bring your family joy, connection, and comfort, and may the year ahead be filled with courage, unity, health, and brighter days for all.

✨ With gratitude,�Health Action MA

12/23/2025

Massachusetts recently enacted changes to state law that affect how vaccines are purchased, recommended, and covered, as well as the legal protections that apply to those who administer them. It does not impact exemptions.

These changes were led by the Governor’s office and the Department of Public Health, with input from regional public health partners, including the Northeast Public Health Collaborative.

This summary explains these changes in clear terms and outlines why they matter to parents and caregivers.

12/20/2025

Supreme Court Action Signals New Constitutional Protections

On December 8, the U.S. Supreme Court took an unprecedented step in Miller v. McDonald, a case challenging the removal of New York’s religious exemption to school vaccine mandates. The Court not only agreed to review the case, but also vacated the Second Circuit’s prior decision and sent it back for reconsideration in light of a recent Supreme Court ruling that strengthened protections for religious rights in education.

This action suggests the Court may view religious exemptions as constitutionally required, marking a significant shift in the legal landscape nationwide.

What This Means for Massachusetts

While this development offers real hope, Massachusetts lawmakers may still attempt to move forward with proposals that restrict or eliminate religious exemptions. Any such changes could remain in effect until challenged in court.

Importantly, the timeline for a final ruling is uncertain. A decision could come sooner—or it could take years. There is no fixed schedule.

This uncertainty underscores the importance of staying informed and engaged. The year 2026 will be pivotal, and continued advocacy will be essential to ensuring that religious exemptions, parental rights, and access to education remain protected in Massachusetts.

Health Action expresses its sincere gratitude to all involved in the lawsuits that seek to preserve religious rights for ALL families. Thank you 🙏

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12/20/2025

We are so close! Help us keep up the important work and let us close the session out strong in 2026! Go to healthactionma.org/donate to make a fee free donation or see link in our bio. We will update the ticker to keep you all posted on how close we are to reaching the $20k goal.

12/20/2025

IT’S OFFICIAL!

S.1557, the Senate bill to remove the religious exemption for K–12 students in MA, HAS BEEN SENT TO STUDY!

✅ YOUR ADVOCACY WORKED!

Bill Update:
* An Act Relative to Vaccine and Preventing Future Disease Outbreaks
* Presented by the late Senator Edward Kennedy
* Bundled into study order S.2888, which usually sets the bill aside for the session.

House version H.2554: Still in Joint Committee on Health Care Financing, extended until March 18, 2026.

📌 Want to learn more? See link in comments.
💪 Enjoy the holidays and regroup in the New Year.
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