Trump Wants the M.M.R. Vaccine Split Into Three Separate Shots. Doctors Say It’s a Bad Idea.
NYT > Science·August 12, 2026

President Trump is proposing that the MMR vaccine be split into three separate shots, administered in individual appointments. Doctors strongly disagree with this idea, citing concerns about its potential impact on public health. The standard combination shot has been widely used and proven effective in preventing measles, mumps, and rubella. Medical professionals argue that separating the vaccine into individual shots could lead to reduced vaccination rates and increased risk of outbreaks.
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