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COVID shots, newer vaccines in limbo after US court halts Kennedy’s advisory panel - Reuters

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April 21, 2026
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A US court halted Kennedy’s advisory panel, putting COVID and newer vaccines in limbo.

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The halt of the advisory panel could delay the development and distribution of new vaccines, potentially impacting public health and access to future immunizations.

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A US court halted "Kennedy's advisory panel," placing "COVID shots" and "newer vaccines" in limbo. This action directly impacts the advisory body responsible for recommendations on these critical public health measures. The immediate consequence is uncertainty surrounding the future of vaccine guidance and deployment for both COVID-19 and other emerging diseases. This legal intervention could delay or complicate the process for evaluating and approving new vaccines and booster shots.

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