Fewer kindergarteners are being vaccinated, CDC data show

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a statistic—it’s a red flag for community health. Lower vaccination rates increase the risk of outbreaks of preventable diseases, especially in schools where kids are in close contact. The dip suggests growing vaccine hesitancy or access issues, which could have real consequences for kids and families. Public health experts are likely to sound the alarm, urging action to reverse the trend.