Published on August 14, 2026
Bronson Healthcare Group

Recent changes to federal childhood immunization guidance (Delivering Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recommendations for Americans – The White House) have continued to raise concerns within pediatric and public health communities. As a trusted leader in children’s health, Bronson Healthcare stresses the importance of routine, evidence-based immunization practices that protect children from serious, preventable diseases.

The recent federal recommendation to administer the components of the MMR vaccine at separate clinical visits does not appear to be supported by new, high-quality scientific evidence. Public health recommendations must be grounded in rigorous scientific evaluation and established best practices. Departing from a long-standing, safe, and effective vaccination strategy may further contribute to declining immunization rates and increase vulnerability to preventable diseases such as measles, mumps, and rubella.

It is particularly concerning that this guidance about the MMR vaccine has emerged during the largest measles outbreak in the United States since 1991. Such recommendations risk creating confusion among patients and healthcare providers at a time when maintaining confidence in evidence-based immunization practices is critically important. For context, current outbreak data can be found through the CDC's Measles Cases and Outbreaks surveillance reports: (Measles Cases and Outbreaks | Measles (Rubeola) | CDC)

Bronson Healthcare is dedicated to providing high-quality, locally-rooted care to safeguard the health of our communities – including our most vulnerable patients – while supporting our providers who advocate for their well-being. As such, Bronson will continue to follow the evidence-based guidance of the AAP and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to ensure children receive the protection they deserve.

Parents with questions about childhood immunizations are encouraged to speak with their health care team. For childhood vaccine recommendations, visit: The Importance of Childhood Vaccinations.