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flag New York urges residents to get updated COVID-19 vaccines amid rising cases and lower vaccination rates.

flag New York State is urging residents to get updated COVID-19 vaccines as holiday travel begins, citing a 30% drop in vaccinations since August 29 compared to last year, with adults 65 and older seeing a 25% decline. flag State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald noted COVID-19 caused nearly four times as many deaths as the flu in 2024, stressing vaccination remains the best protection. flag Governor Kathy Hochul extended an order through October 2025 allowing New Yorkers to receive the vaccine without a prescription, bypassing federal restrictions. flag The state recommends vaccination for all, including pregnant people, with most doses available at pharmacies; children under three should get shots from a provider. flag More info at vaccines.gov.

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