New U.S. Recommendation on Hepatitis B Vaccine May Have Dire Consequences
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- Category: Health
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-27 16:51 UTC
- Sources: Stat News
Two studies project that a new US policy recommending hepatitis B vaccine at birth only to high-risk babies will lead to increased infections and healthcare costs.
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