The restricted new rules have prompted a wave of confusion among medical professionals and pharmacies, with some of Florida’s most popular drugstores holding off on offering the shot.

Pediatricians dread the continued skepticism reflected in the state Surgeon General's proposal to end required child vaccines.

In Florida, as of Sept. 17, 2025, you do need a medical recommendation or prescription to receive a COVID vaccine at most pharmacies, unless you are 65 or older or have a pre-existing health condition that puts you at risk for severe illness.

The state panel that regulates Florida’s pharmacists appears poised to jump into the debate over vaccines and vaccine mandates. The Florida Board of Pharmacy announced this week that it will have a discussion on 2025-26 Covid-19 vaccine administration as well as a rule allowing for “additional immunizations or vaccines.

California, Oregon, and the state of Washington formed a new West Coast Health Alliance in response to shifting vaccine guidance at the CDC.

Travelers from affected areas might enter the United States on flights connecting through other countries, the CDC said.

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo said his goal is to stop the use of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines. His comments came weeks after state officials moved to eliminate all vaccine mandates. It’s not clear if Governor Ron DeSantis supports banning mRNA vaccines altogether.

Users discussed a story in September 2025 claiming CDC and CPS officials harassed a mother for refusing to send her son to an "autism therapy camp."