New federal data published Thursday has revealed that vaccination rates among U.S. kindergartners for routine childhood shots have not yet returned to pre-pandemic levels. Dr. John Brownstein, an epidemiologist and chief innovation officer at Boston Children’s Hospital, expressed concern over the stagnation of vaccination rates. The data also indicated an increase in exceptions from school vaccination requirements, reaching 3% during the 2022-23 school year. FAQWhy have vaccination rates among U.S. kindergartners not returned to pre-pandemic levels? Increasing vaccination coverage is crucial to prevent outbreaks of preventable diseases and protect public health.

Source: ABC News November 09, 2023 19:10 UTC