Is ‘shared decision-making’ being hijacked by U.S. health officials to sow doubt about vaccines?

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U.S. health officials have shifted from recommending vaccines to promoting 'shared decision-making' for immunizations.
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Experts argue that this shift distorts the concept of shared decision-making, undermining the role of evidence in vaccine recommendations.
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Shared decision-making should involve accurate information and collaboration between clinicians and patients, not ambiguity.
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The historical context of shared decision-making emphasizes patient autonomy while integrating clinical expertise.
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Vaccination decisions differ from other medical choices due to their societal benefits, impacting community health.