Surgeon general announces policy after roundtable discussion even as federal CDC recommends vaccine for everyone five years and older
Highlights
- Surgeon general of Florida, Dr Joseph Ladapo, said on Monday the state will formally recommend against Covid-19 vaccinations for healthy children.
- He made the announcement at a roundtable event organized by the Republican governor, Ron DeSantis, that featured doctors who have criticized coronavirus lockdowns and mandate policies.
- It was not immediately clear when the state would release its new guidance.
- The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends “everyone ages five years and older get a Covid 19 vaccine to help protect against Covids-19” It adds: “Widespread vaccination is a critical tool to best protect everyone”