Trump signs order that would space out childhood vaccinations in U.S.

President Trump has signed an executive order directing a change in the administration of childhood vaccinations in the United States. The policy recommends that the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine be separated into three distinct shots to be administered during separate medical visits. The order also includes provisions aimed at enhancing federal research into vaccine safety and efficacy.

This directive marks a shift in standard immunization protocols by moving away from the combined MMR vaccine format. The administration’s stated objectives focus on both the logistical separation of these specific immunizations and a broader initiative to conduct further research into childhood vaccination practices.