The Nassau County Medical Society stands in strong support of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) in their unwavering commitment to protecting children’s health through science-based medicine and immunization.

We are deeply concerned by the recent decision by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to remove all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). This action undermines decades of public health progress, compromises vaccine safety, and disregards the overwhelming body of scientific evidence supporting immunization.

Vaccines remain one of the most effective tools in modern medicine to prevent disease, reduce suffering, and save lives. Any effort to limit access to vaccines or cast doubt on their necessity endangers not only individual children but also the broader health and safety of our communities.

We echo the AAP and AAFP’s call for policymakers to prioritize evidence-based decision-making, uphold scientific integrity, and act in the best interest of children and families across the nation.

The Nassau County Medical Society remains committed to advocating for equitable, timely, and trusted access to vaccines for all.