Trump administration shifts COVID-19 vaccine policy, excluding healthy younger groups

Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 11:21 am

U.S. officials announced a major policy change, limiting routine annual COVID-19 vaccinations to at-risk populations and excluding healthy younger adults and children. The decision spotlights a targeted vaccination strategy, drawing attention to how federal policies evolve—apparently proving that when it comes to shots, one size does not fit all.

ledevoir.com / Les États-Unis vont restreindre les conditions d’accès aux vaccins contre la COVID

Ce changement survient alors queRobert Kennedy Jr cherche à réformer la politique vaccinale du pays.

globalnews.ca / U.S. to limit annual COVID vaccines to at-risk groups, older people

Annual COVID-19 shots for healthy younger adults and children will no longer be routinely approved under a major new vaccine policy shift unveiled Tuesday.

citynews.ca / Trump officials set new requirements for COVID vaccines in healthy adults and children

WASHINGTON (AP) — Annual COVID-19 shots for healthy younger adults and children will no longer be routinely approved under a major new policy shift unveiled Tuesday by the Trump administration. Top officials for the Food and Drug Administration laid out new requirements for yearly updates to COVID…

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 12 days ago #federal #republican #trump #health

More Top Stories...

Premiers and Carney Clash Over Nation-Building Priorities in Saskatoon

Provincial leaders met with Prime Minister Carney in Saskatoon, presenting bold wish lists centered on resource projects and infrastructure. The meeting underscored a spirited debate over national development priorities, with each region advocating its vision amid a backdrop of economic and policy negotiations. More...

Canada-U.S. Trade Talks Under Scrutiny Amid Calls for Openness

As Canada’s delegation prepares for a high-stakes encounter with its southern neighbor, political voices are dividing over the pace and transparency of the trade negotiations. One camp criticizes a lack of clarity while another expresses hope for meaningful tariff cuts ahead of imminent high-level discussions. More...

Canadian Metals React as Trump's Steel Tariffs Threaten Jobs

Amid concerns over U.S. tariff policies, Canadian metals advocates and local leaders have strongly critiqued President Trump’s decision to impose steep duties on steel and aluminium. The tariffs are blamed for jeopardizing jobs and creating economic uncertainty in Canada’s vital manufacturing sectors. More...

Ontario Councillors Resist Expanded Mayoral Powers in Municipalities

Local municipal leaders are pushing back against the provincial government’s decision to extend strong mayor powers to smaller towns. Councillors argue that centralizing authority undermines local control and democratic processes, with critics warning of unintended consequences from a one-size-fits-all approach. More...

B.C. Premier Eby Departs on Asia Trade Mission

British Columbia’s premier has set off on an Asian trade mission amid domestic controversy over fast‐tracked laws. Despite Indigenous leaders withdrawing their support, Eby remains focused on securing new economic opportunities for the province. The trip aims to forge stronger international ties and boost trade relations. More...

Related Tags

Trump administration shifts COVID-19 vaccine policy, excluding healthy younger groups

More Top Stories...

Premiers and Carney Clash Over Nation-Building Priorities in Saskatoon

Canada-U.S. Trade Talks Under Scrutiny Amid Calls for Openness

Canadian Metals React as Trump's Steel Tariffs Threaten Jobs

Ontario Councillors Resist Expanded Mayoral Powers in Municipalities

B.C. Premier Eby Departs on Asia Trade Mission

Related Tags

Federal

Republican Party

Trump

Health