CVS, Walgreens Limit COVID Vaccines in Some States as Rules Shift
CVS and Walgreens comply with new state laws and CDC guidelines, limiting COVID-19 vaccine availability and eligibility in 16 states, affecting children under 5 especially, health officials said.
- On September 2, 2025, CVS and Walgreens announced they will limit COVID-19 vaccine availability in certain states as they adjust to new rules.
- These changes follow FDA decisions that updated vaccine authorizations and limited eligibility, creating different access rules across states.
- Due to state-specific regulations, CVS will not provide COVID-19 immunizations in Massachusetts, Nevada, or New Mexico, and in 16 states, patients must obtain a prescription to receive the vaccine.
- The FDA authorized four updated vaccines for seniors and younger people with health conditions, while the CDC advises parents to consult doctors about vaccinating children.
- These adjustments imply vaccine access will vary by state, potentially complicating patient decisions amid differing guidance from health authorities.
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CVS, Walgreens Limit COVID Vaccines in Some States as Rules Shift
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