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CDC: U.S. kindergarten vaccine exemptions hit record high as coverage falls nationwide
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· August 17, 2026
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Key points For more detailed information on this topic, readers can refer to the full report from the CDC, as available through KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News. The 2025-2026 school year saw a record high in exemptions, with a rate of 4.
A recent report from the CDC indicates a notable trend in vaccine exemptions among kindergarteners in the US. The 2025-2026 school year saw a record high in exemptions, with a rate of 4.2%.
This development marks a significant shift in vaccination coverage nationwide. The CDC has released this information, which may be of interest to local parents and educators in Abilene .
For more detailed information on this topic, readers can refer to the full report from the CDC, as available through KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News.
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Category: schools Published: August 17, 2026 Source: KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News Reading time: 1 min
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