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The directive comes after Washington State Health Secretary Dr. Umair Shah said Wednesday in a tweet that “fully vaccinated people do not need to wear masks in most situations.”
Shah’s statement aligns with the current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance which says:
“Fully vaccinated people can resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance.”
Shah’s comments do not align with the views of Duchin. In a tweet Tuesday, Duchin said:
The Washington State Department of Health has cleared the way for children ages 12-15 to receive the Phizer vaccine.
Officials from the state s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has green-lit children in this age group to receive the shot.
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Washington State Health Secretary Umair A. Shaw MD-MPH released this statement:
“Expanding eligibility to this younger age group protects our children and gives families peace of mind. It is the best step we can take as parents to ensure our kids remain in the classroom, can safely spend time with friends, and take part in sports and extracurricular activities. Research continues to show this vaccine is safe and I am thrilled it is now an option for parents and their young teens.”