Decades of rigorous and scientifically sound research have proven that vaccines do not cause autism. CDC’s decision to change language on its website reversing that finding is reckless & harmful. Our statement w/ @hivma.bsky.social, APIC, @sheaepi.bsky.social & @sidpharm.bsky.social: bit.ly/3XEc0KH

Since 1974, routine immunization has saved an estimated 154 million lives, making vaccines the single biggest driver of infant survival in the modern era. Vaccine hesitancy threatens this progress, @syramadad.bsky.social writes for the New York Academy of Sciences. spr.ly/633277iNmZ

For decades, scientists have studied the potential causes of autism, and have repeatedly found no credible link between childhood vaccines and autism. Read our full fact-check:  www.aap.org/en/news-room...

📈 Measles cases continue to rise in the U.S. CDC update (Nov 19), 1,753 measles cases in 42 states www.cdc.gov/measles/data... 🔹 66% occured in 19 years or younger 🔹 12% required hospitalization  • 21% of <5 years  • 7% of 5–19 years 🔹 92% of all unvaccinated/unknown vaccination #Rxsky #PedsIDsky

“Since 1998, independent researchers have conducted more than 40 high-quality studies involving over 5.6 million people. The conclusion is clear and unambiguous: There’s no link between vaccines and autism." -Dr. Susan Kressly, AAP President on recent changes to the CDC's website

Autism Science Foundation Speaks Out. autismsciencefoundation.org/press_releas...

💉✨ Vaccine Facts Matter ✨💉 Autism Society of America supports... 'vaccines as a tool in preventing serious illnesses, disabilities, death. Decades of ...research have repeatedly affirmed the safety and efficacy of vaccines, including their lack of connection to Autism' (Dec 2024) #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

🦠💊 U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week is now Nov 18–24, 2025! Pharmacists play a crucial role in protecting antibiotics for when they’re truly needed. Let’s work together to reduce unnecessary antibiotic use and keep kids healthy! #RXsky #PedsIDsky

More evidence for delayed prescribing for acute otitis media in children.

Great overview of measles.

📢 New in JPPT: “Continuing as Partners in Immunization: Updates to Practice and Legislation for Pediatric Pharmacy Immunizations.” 🧩 Reviews immunization authority for pharmacists providing pediatric vaccination, including recent legislative updates. jppt.kglmeridian.com/view/journal... #RxSky

#COVID vaccination cuts risk of long-term symptoms in teens by over a third, data suggest The vaccine is unique in having this effect on progression to a chronic condition, despite infection, the researchers say. www.cidrap.umn.edu/c...

🧵 New @CDCgov-funded study (Teoh Z et al., JPIDS Oct 2025) looked at U.S. kids <5 yrs seen in the ED or hospitalized (2017–2023) through the Vaccine Surveillance Network. Focused on bronchiolitis, pneumonia, & croup. 🧒 👉 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41105105/ #PedsIDsky #RXsky

💬 Excellent presentation on Long COVID at #IDWeek. Striking how limited the evidence remains, especially for pediatric recognition and treatment. #PedsIDSKY #Rxsky

Great #IDWeek talk by Heather Lanthorn & colleagues on vaccine confidence 👏 The same person delivered a vaccine education script — those in a white coat were more trusted, but those in a white t-shirt convinced more people to get vaccinated. Perception vs. persuasion 💉🧠 #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

Part 1 of IDSA guidelines 📖 for Group A Strep pharyngitis — 13 years in the making! 🎉 Recommending a screening tool for low-risk individuals ✅ Great to see PharmD among the authors 💊👏 Would’ve loved peds ID pharmacy input, but great progress 🚀 #PedsIDsky #RXsky www.idsociety.org/practice-gui...

🚨 Congenital syphilis cases have risen for the 12th consecutive year in the US even as overall syphilis cases decline. This is a preventable tragedy that continues to threaten newborn health. #PedsIDSky #RxSky www.cdc.gov/sti-statisti...

This was a very well written great short read about the importance of communication.

📢 HHS will adopt ACIP’s recommendations, making COVID-19 vaccination shared clinical decision. 💉 This will increase access to COVID-19 vaccines for those who need them most. 🗓️ Updated immunization schedules drop tomorrow (10/7). 🔗 HHS announcement www.hhs.gov/press-room/c... #PedsIDSky #RxSky

🚨 Measles cases in US continue to increase 📊 1,544 cases in 41 states 👶 Nearly 2/3 in children ❌ 92% unvaccinated HCP: 👉 Strong recommendations matter 👉 Vaccines protect patients and our communities 💉 Vaccines work. Vaccines save lives #PedsIDSky #RxSky

Now is the time for respiratory virus protection! 🫁💉 Protect kids with flu & COVID-19 vaccines and RSV mAb. ✨ Vaccines save lives. ✨ #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

Not sure why this needs to be said this again, but if it helps even one person: 💉 Vaccines save lives. 📊 Decades of rigorous studies have shown—over and over again—that vaccines do not cause autism. Science is clear. Facts matter. Protect yourself, protect others. 🌍✨ #PedsIDSky #RxSky

ACOG reaffirms that acetaminophen is safe for managing pain and fever during pregnancy. No reputable studies support suggestions like those in HHS’s recent announcement linking acetaminophen use in pregnancy to autism; in fact, high-quality studies show no such risk. https://bit.ly/47Wxc59

“Children today receive roughly 4-5 times as many shots as their 1986 counterparts, yet are exposed to 95% fewer antigens and only modest increases in aluminum. We’ve achieved far more protection with far less immune burden through decades of scientific precision.” www.statnews.com/2025/06/24/t...

My interview with CNN

"In two days, this committee further undermined Americans’ confidence in life-saving vaccines and did so absent any new research or information necessitating their reexamination." PIDS has released the linked statement regarding the September ACIP meeting. pids.org/2025/09/19/p...

Sad that this needs needs to be said, but what a great explanation!👏

📝 Summary from ACIP Day 2: ❌ Hepatitis B vote tabled 💉 COVID was the major discussion of the day #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

ACIP with lots of discussion on the COVID-19 vaccine 💉 As many have noted, no draft language for vote for 25-26 vaccine recommendation has been posted on the CDC website yet. Missing clear transparency 👀 #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

I would follow-up with them. Here is the information on their website. www.uhc.com/health-and-w....

ACIP voted to table the Hep B vote. ⏸️ A brief reprieve but concerning signals that some want to delay it beyond 30 days of life, which was on the vote today. 🤔 Infant hep B birth vaccine 💉 works and has dramatically reduced rates, preventing liver cancer, cirrhosis, and death. 💉 #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

They just revoted on the VFC to approve the resolution changing the VFC first thing on day 2. :(

👀 First thing at the ACIP meeting: they admitted they didn’t understand what they voted on yesterday for the VFC. 😬 Sad they don’t even grasp the process or what they’re voting on. 🤦‍♂️ #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

🔥 Today’s ACIP meeting will be tough — many outspoken against COVID-19 vaccines are present. Still, major medical orgs (AAP, AAFP, ACOG) reaffirm: COVID-19 vaccines are essential. 💉 #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

📝 Summary from yesterday’s ACIP meeting: • MMRV vote to change current recommendation (passed 7–3) ❌ • Hep B vote delayed until today ⏳ Sad to see changes made without any important reason — no new evidence presented. #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

Still don't understand WHY?? It is very upsetting!

The CDC's Dr. Langer told ACIP that 7-11% of children of immigrant mothers with a negative hepatitis B test developed hepatitis B. That suggests they were infected as children after birth. The virus can live on surfaces for 7 days.

ACIP now discussing Hep B infant vaccination 💉👶 — but I’m puzzled 🤔. This is one of the US’s biggest public health wins 🎉: rates fell from ~10/100,000 in 1980 📉 to just 0.7 in 2023. Infant vaccination works 💪. #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

This is the summary of the clown show that is the ACIP.

Stated at ACIP: MMRV isn’t acceptable for kids <4 to prevent measles, mumps, rubella & varicella. ❌ False. MMRV/MMR vaccines are safe & highly effective. Studies show only a very small increase in febrile seizure risk after the 1st dose.

They noted CDC did not include provider input 🩺 or assess equity ⚖️ before recommending this MMRV change for kids <4 yrs 👶. Vote is later today 🗳️. #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

CDC is considering changes to MMRV use in children <4 yrs 👶, potentially removing the MMRV combination product 💉for these kids. All would require 2 doses MMR💉+V💉. This proposal is based on no new data 📊. #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

💡Slight ↑ risk of febrile seizures after 1st dose appears well known by clinicians. Most follow CDC recs: ~85% get MMR+V separately 💉💉, ~15% get MMRV combo 💉. #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

✨ Summary from MMRV risk ACIP presentation: Nothing really new, small ↑ risk of febrile seizure after 1st dose MMR & MMRV, with risk slightly higher for MMRV combo. No increased risk seen with 2nd dose at 4–6 yrs. #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

As we gear up to 🎧 the upcoming ACIP meeting, I want to share an excellent resource from the Vaccine Integrity Project 🧪💉. 👉 Viewpoint: Four tips for understanding this week’s ACIP meeting www.cidrap.umn.edu/vaccine-inte... #PedsIDsky #Rxsky

🎉 Great news for patients! Health plans will continue to cover ALL ACIP recommended vaccines (as of Sept 1 2025) including updated COVID 19 and flu shots with NO cost sharing through 2026. 💉 www.ahip.org/news/press-r... #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth #PedsIDSky #RxSky

👶💉 HepB vaccine at birth = safe, effective, life-saving. Protects infants from chronic infection & liver cancer. #VaccinesWork

Breaking with the CDC, @acog.org reaffirms support for #COVID19 vaccination in pregnant people. Here’s what to know.

Now is the time to protect yourself & your family 💉✨. Respiratory immunizations matter: ➡️ Flu (everyone) 🦠 ➡️ COVID (many, based on risk) 😷 ➡️ RSV (some infants young kids 👶 & older adults 👵👴) Pharmacists are a great resource 🏥💊. Vaccines protect. 💙🛡️ #pedsidsky #rxsky #idsky

💉🧵PSA 🚨 We don’t know for sure but are very worried RFKJ’s ACIP is about to restrict access to RSV monoclonal immunization for babies (nirsevimab and clesrovimab). If your baby is eligible, get them vaccinated asap. RSV season starts late Oct-early Nov. See below for immunization recommendation info