Federal health data shows a decline in kindergarten vaccination rates nationwide. The number of children exempt from vaccines has increased. This trend has been observed over several years, with a notable rise in exemptions for nonmedical reasons.

Experts suggest that actions by federal health officials may have contributed to this shift. A significant number of states, including many across the country, have seen an increase in vaccine exemptions. For more information on this national trend, readers can refer to the original report from federal data, which provides further details on vaccination rates and exemptions.