Florida Weighs Dropping Four School Vaccine Mandates Amid Measles Outbreak
The Florida Department of Health is considering removing school entry requirements for four vaccines: Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), chickenpox, pneumococcal, and hepatitis B. While these diseases are currently rare due to high vaccination rates, experts warn that dropping mandates could lower coverage and increase risks for vulnerable children. This move occurs as Florida faces a significant measles outbreak and falling MMR vaccination rates.