Young Americans Aren’t Getting Vaccinated

“Millions of Americans have rolled up their sleeves to get vaccinated against Covid-19, but one group is well behind: young adults,” the Wall Street Journal reports.

“Their reluctance is a significant part of why the U.S. missed the Biden administration’s goal of getting 70% of the adult population a first dose by July 4, and it is impeding efforts to develop the communitywide immunity sought to move past the pandemic and fend off Delta and other variants.”

“Now government health authorities are dialing up efforts encouraging 18- to 29-year-olds to get vaccinated. The outreach will have to overcome the hesitancy of many young adults who don’t see the urgency given their relatively low risk of severe cases, are spooked by confusing information on social media and generally feel invincible.”