Prescriptions no longer required for COVID-19 vaccines in Louisiana

COVID-19 Vaccines in Louisiana: Prescriptions No Longer Required

Louisiana residents can now access COVID-19 vaccines without a prescription at local pharmacies.

Confusion over vaccine guidance led pharmacies to previously require prescriptions, due to conflicting federal recommendations. Major pharmacy chains like Walmart, CVS, and Walgreens created their own rules, often requiring prescriptions for people under 65.

The policies varied between stores and pharmacies, causing uncertainty and limiting access to vaccines for some individuals and their children.

New federal recommendations state that COVID-19 vaccines are available for everyone over 6 months.

This update brings clarity to the vaccination process in Louisiana, allowing residents to easily access COVID-19 vaccines at their local pharmacies.

Author's summary: COVID-19 vaccines are now available in Louisiana without prescriptions.

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WWNO WWNO — 2025-10-15

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