Our Position on Childhood Immunizations

The physicians at JDC Pediatrics have always followed, and will continue to follow the recommendations of the AAP, not the CDC.

Recently, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) published an evidence-based immunization schedule that includes updated guidance for influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 immunizations for children and adolescents. It differs from recent recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the CDC, which was overhauled this year and replaced with individuals who have a history of spreading vaccine misinformation.

 

The physicians at JDC Pediatrics have always followed the recommendations of the AAP, and will continue to do so.. "The AAP will continue to provide recommendations for immunizations that are rooted in science and are in the best interest of the health of infants, children and adolescents," said AAP President Susan J. Kressly, MD, FAAP. "Pediatricians know how important routine childhood immunizations are in keeping children, families and their communities healthy and thriving."


Read more in these articles at HealthyChildren.org, the AAP's Parenting Website:

AAP Releases Its Own Evidenced-Based Immunization Schedule

All About the AAP Recommended Immunization Schedule

Vaccines Your Child Needs by Age 6


By Lisa Pepper September 19, 2025
We have a limited supply of the vaccine right now, which we recommend for children ages 6 months & up.
August 20, 2025
JDC Pediatrics now has flu vaccine available for our patients. Appointments may be scheduled via website, online, or call the office.
By Lisa Pepper July 25, 2025
Elias Harkins, MD M.Ed. has joined JDC Pediatrics and his schedule is now open for appointments with new patients less than 24 months of age!
By Lisa Pepper June 22, 2025
We’re now offering Express Care appointments which you can schedule on-line through our website every day. These can now be scheduled at either of our offices!
By Lisa Pepper April 30, 2025
Please note the following change to JDC’s procedure for seeing your newborn in the hospital.
By Lisa Pepper March 21, 2025
Are you expecting? Congratulations! We are now accepting newborns into the practice.
By Cara McCole May 1, 2024
We’d like to let you know about a change in how we will be giving completed physical forms back to you.
April 12, 2024
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