Several medical organizations are condemning Florida’s decision to roll back childhood vaccines for schoolchildren, warning the consequences could be “catastrophic.”

“Vaccines are one of the greatest public health advancements in history. Immunizations are effective, safe and save lives,” said Ashley Lyerly , Senior Director of Advocacy at the American Lung Association . “Now is not the time to turn our back on a proven tool that helps us all live longer and healthier lives.”

Lyerly’s statement comes a day after Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo announced the state is working to eliminate all vaccine requirements for children. He compared vaccine mandates to “slavery” when he spoke alongside Gov. Ron DeSantis .

Currently, Florida students can skip vaccines for religious gr

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