Boston Judge Blocks Key Changes to US Childhood Vaccination Policies by Health Secretary

A federal judge in Boston blocked key elements of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s efforts to reduce childhood vaccination recommendations and restructure a vaccine advisory committee. The judge ruled that these actions, challenged by medical groups including the American Academy of Pediatrics, could lower immunization rates and harm public health. The ruling also invalidated prior vaccine policy changes made under Kennedy's leadership, citing procedural irregularities in advisory panel appointments. The government may appeal the decision.