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Weakened public health powers raise outbreak risks

By Rob SteinJune 4, 2026·Source: NPR·20 views
Demonstrators at a rally with truckers protest against COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandates in Adelanto, Calif., in February 2022.

Some jurisdictions have weakened their public health authorities in response to criticism of lockdowns, school closures, mask mandates, vaccine requirements and other COVID-era restrictions.

(Image credit: PATRICK T. FALLON)

Originally reported by NPR. Read the original article

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