RFK Jr.'s CDC isn’t letting states order COVID-19 shots for kids, blocking access

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US health deptartment said it wants to ensure the vaccine orders are "appropriate."…

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  • Reported by Ars Technica and published Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:17:25 UTC.

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