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New Mexico Ensures COVID Vaccine Access for All Ages

8/31/2025

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The New Mexico Department of Health has issued a public health order to improve COVID-19 vaccine access for all ages, including children under 6 months.
This order follows FDA approval of updated vaccines, mainly for individuals 65 and older.
NMDOH seeks to remove barriers at pharmacies to ensure vaccine availability this fall.
Health Secretary Gina DeBlassie reaffirmed the commitment to resident safety during the respiratory virus season.

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Story summary

The New Mexico Department of Health has issued a public health order to improve COVID-19 vaccine access for all ages, including children under 6 months.
This order follows FDA approval of updated vaccines, mainly for individuals 65 and older.
NMDOH seeks to remove barriers at pharmacies to ensure vaccine availability this fall.
Health Secretary Gina DeBlassie reaffirmed the commitment to resident safety during the respiratory virus season.