Illinois adopts American Academy of Pediatrics vaccine schedule, maintaining recommended immunizations

Illinois will formally adopt the American Academy of Pediatrics' vaccine schedule, diverging from recent federal guidance that reduced recommended immunizations. This endorsement ensures continued insurance coverage for these vaccines, providing clarity for Illinois residents. The state's schedule aligns with existing recommendations and includes vaccines dropped by federal guidelines. The move follows Illinois' independent joining of global health initiatives and Governor Pritzker's criticism of federal vaccine misinformation.