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FDA Shifts COVID-19 Vaccine Policy, Halting Routine Boosters for Healthy Adults and Children
FDA Ends Routine COVID-19 Boosters for Healthy Groups, Sparking Debate Over Vaccine Strategy
May 20, 2025
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WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a significant policy shift on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, stating it will no longer routinely approve annual COVID-19 booster shots for healthy younger adults and children without new clinical trials. The decision, unveiled under the Trump administration, marks a departure from previous vaccination strategies and has sparked mixed reactions.

According to the FDA, the new policy aims to balance “regulatory flexibility” with a “commitment to gold-standard science.” The agency emphasized that future booster approvals for healthy individuals will require updated clinical data demonstrating safety and efficacy against current variants. “This approach ensures that vaccines remain effective and meet rigorous scientific standards,” said Dr. Marty Makary and Dr. Vinay Prasad in a joint statement on behalf of the FDA.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to recommend updated COVID-19 vaccines for individuals 6 months and older, particularly those at higher risk, such as the elderly or immunocompromised. However, the FDA’s decision effectively pauses routine booster recommendations for healthy populations pending further evidence.

The policy shift follows years of evolving vaccine guidance. Since 2020, the CDC and FDA have updated recommendations to address new variants, with the most recent guidance on May 12, 2025, outlining clinical considerations for vaccine use. The World Health Organization also noted on October 8, 2024, that manufacturers are developing vaccines targeting circulating variants, underscoring the need for adaptability in vaccine strategies.

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Public and Expert Reactions

The announcement has drawn praise from some quarters and sharp criticism from others. Supporters argue the move prioritizes scientific rigor. Posts on X reflect sentiments from users who view the decision as a step toward reducing what they perceive as overly aggressive vaccination mandates. One user wrote, “Finally, a return to evidence-based policy,” echoing a broader skepticism about repeated boosters without clear data.

However, public health experts and vaccine advocates have raised alarms. Helen Branswell, a health journalist, reported on May 15, 2025, that Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared poised to override vaccine policy experts, a move some experts called “unprecedented.” Critics argue that halting routine boosters could undermine public confidence and leave vulnerable populations at risk. “Resetting vaccine policy without hearings or expert input sets a dangerous precedent,” one expert told STAT News.

Studies highlight the polarized attitudes surrounding COVID-19 vaccines. A 2022 Nature study found that vaccinated individuals sometimes express discriminatory attitudes toward the unvaccinated, while another Nature article noted that vaccine refusal often stems from factors unrelated to scientific evidence, such as distrust in institutions. These dynamics continue to fuel discontent with vaccine policy changes.

Broader Context

The FDA’s decision comes amid ongoing debates over vaccine mandates and public health strategies. A 2021 YouTube discussion hosted by the British Medical Journal highlighted unintended consequences of mandates, suggesting they may erode trust and cause more harm than good in some communities. Meanwhile, global efforts to improve vaccine access, such as those by the United Nations, underscore the importance of equitable distribution and public confidence in vaccines.

As the FDA implements its new policy, federal and state authorities face the challenge of addressing public skepticism while maintaining robust protections against COVID-19. The CDC’s Vaccine Confidence initiative emphasizes that trust in vaccines leads to higher uptake and fewer hospitalizations, a goal now complicated by the latest policy shift.

The FDA has not specified a timeline for when new clinical trials might support future booster approvals, leaving many Americans uncertain about the next steps in the nation’s COVID-19 response.

This article is based on information from the FDA, CDC, WHO, and posts on X, reflecting both official statements and public sentiment as of May 20, 2025.

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Police arrested 41-year-old Louis Geri, of Arizona and New Jersey, while the church held its annual “Red Mass,” an event where a cardinal prays for the Supreme Court as it begins its new term, The Daily Wire reported. Justices have historically attended the event, but none were in attendance on Oct. 5 because of security concerns.

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Police arrested 41-year-old Louis Geri, of Arizona and New Jersey, while the church held its annual “Red Mass,” an event where a cardinal prays for the Supreme Court as it begins its new term, The Daily Wire reported. Justices have historically attended the event, but none were in attendance on Oct. 5 because of security concerns.

Police encountered Geri as they were attempting to clear and secure the area for the Supreme Court event, according to an affidavit. Geri was in a green tent on the steps of the church at the time and allegedly told police, “You might want to stay back and call the federales, I have explosives.” Click here to read more.

 

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