Single-source·Aug 17, 2026·1 sources analyzed
Increase in Kindergarten Vaccine Exemptions Reported
The Centers for Disease Control reported a rise in vaccine exemptions among kindergartners during the 2025-2026 school year. Vaccination rates for tracked vaccines also declined. (sources: axios)
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Modern Action Briefing
Exemptions from vaccinations increased in 41 states and the District of Columbia for kindergartners. This trend coincided with a decrease in overall vaccination rates.
- Vaccination rates among kindergartners decreased for all tracked vaccines during the 2025-2026 school year.
- Exemptions from vaccinations rose in 41 states and the District of Columbia.
- The data was reported by the Centers for Disease Control.
Why it matters
The increase in vaccine exemptions may impact public health and herd immunity among young children.
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