Vaccines in America in 2026

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has published its 2026 immunization schedule, reaffirming routine vaccination to protect children and adolescents against 18 preventable diseases.

Infectious disease pediatrician Sharon Nachman, MD, discusses the vaccine data the federal agency disclosed in the recent letter they sent to the manufacturers.

The workgroup is examining the vaccine’s schedule including the age it is administered, dosage, and the safety and efficacy of the vaccines.

Kirk Milhoan, MD, PhD, said vaccine choice is the most important element to the public even with the possibility of people contracting this disease or others when given the right to opt out of vaccination.

New federal guidance recommends childhood vaccines for 11 diseases, downsizing immunization protection from the previous list of 18 diseases.