New COVID Vaccines Approved as Free Access for Uninsured Ends

FDA expedites vaccine rollout amid virus surge; uninsured Americans face new barriers with end of Bridge Access Program.

The FDA approved two new COVID-19 vaccines ahead of schedule due to rising cases.
Uninsured adults can only get free vaccines until August 31, after which costs will apply.
The CDC's Bridge Access Program, which provided free vaccines to uninsured, is ending due to budget cuts.
Local health departments will have limited supplies of free vaccines post-August 31.
Public health campaigns aim to increase vaccine uptake amid concerns over accessibility and vaccine fatigue.