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Europe Faces Rising Disease Risk After US Vaccine Overhaul

The US has removed several vaccines from its universal vaccination schedule, sparking concerns that Europe may be left vulnerable to disease resurgence. Health experts warn that falling vaccination coverage can have catastrophic consequences, and that the decision could further undermine vaccine confidence in Europe.

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The essential points

  1. 01The US has withdrawn several vaccines from its universal vaccination schedule, including those for COVID-19, influenza, and rotovirus.
  2. 02Health experts warn that this decision could lead to a rise in infectious diseases in Europe and beyond.
  3. 03Falling vaccination coverage can have catastrophic consequences, including the return of diseases that were previously contained.
  4. 04Experts urge continued vigilance and cooperation to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in an interconnected world.
The full brief

The US has removed several vaccines from its universal vaccination schedule, sparking concerns that Europe may be left vulnerable to disease resurgence. Health experts warn that falling vaccination coverage can have catastrophic consequences, and that the decision could further undermine vaccine confidence in Europe.