Trump Wants the M.M.R. Vaccine Split Into Three Separate Shots. Doctors Say It’s a Bad Idea.

President Trump called for measles, mumps, and rubella immunizations to be administered as three separate shots at different appointments rather than as a combination vaccine. The American Academy of Pediatrics and other medical organizations have previously stated that the combined MMR vaccine is safe and effective. Trump made the statement during a recent appearance, though his administration has not announced any formal policy change regarding vaccine administration protocols.

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