CVS and Walgreens limit access to COVID vaccines as required by some state guidelines

CVS and Walgreens are adjusting their COVID-19 vaccination policies, requiring prescriptions in certain states due to regulatory changes, with CVS unable to vaccinate in Massachusetts, Nevada, and New Mexico. The FDA’s recent approval of the 2025–2026 COVID-19 vaccines limits options for younger children, as the American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommends shots for ages 6 months to 2 years, contrasting with CDC guidance for healthy children.

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