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States Boost Vaccine Access Amid New Eligibility Rules

9/16/2025

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U.S. states are improving COVID-19 vaccine access after the FDA limited eligibility to those over 65 and individuals with health conditions.
Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, and New York have implemented measures to enhance vaccine distribution.
Florida intends to eliminate school vaccine mandates, despite public support for them.
New Mexico and Illinois now allow pharmacies to administer vaccines without prescriptions.
California, Oregon, and Washington formed the West Coast Health Alliance for independent vaccine guidance amid federal uncertainty.

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U.S. states are improving COVID-19 vaccine access after the FDA limited eligibility to those over 65 and individuals with health conditions.
Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, and New York have implemented measures to enhance vaccine distribution.
Florida intends to eliminate school vaccine mandates, despite public support for them.
New Mexico and Illinois now allow pharmacies to administer vaccines without prescriptions.
California, Oregon, and Washington formed the West Coast Health Alliance for independent vaccine guidance amid federal uncertainty.