Louisiana Health Officials 'Shifting Away' From Policy of Promoting COVID, Flu Vaccinations

NOLA.com [12/22] – State health officials say that Louisiana residents should decide for themselves whether to get vaccinated, especially for COVID-19 and influenza, breaking with broad vaccination campaigns at the agency in recent years and drawing rebukes from New Orleans officials and health experts. Citing concerns about the efficacy and safety of vaccines, state officials will instead encourage residents to consult their doctor about vaccination, a Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) spokesperson said in a statement. Cont.