DeSantis Diverges from Federal Health Guidance, Advises Against Latest COVID Boosters for Floridians Under 65

Florida officials recommend against COVID boosters for residents under 65, contradicting federal health guidance.
DeSantis and the state surgeon general express skepticism over vaccine safety and question whether benefits outweigh risks.
The FDA approved updated boosters targeting new variants, which the CDC recommends for all over 6 months old.
DeSantis has frequently opposed federal COVID policies and used pandemic response to boost his political profile.
Public health experts say vaccines remain safe and effective, though nuanced risk-benefit analysis may support more targeted policies.