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What Types Of Exemptions Are There?
Although they vary among states, vaccination exemptions are provided for medical, religious, and philosophical reasons.

Medical exemption: An MD or doctor of osteopathy (DO) typically is required to write a medical exemption, but, in some states, other types of health care workers are able to certify that one is needed.

Religious exemption: This exemption is based on First Amendment rights for religious freedom, but can be withdrawn if the state can provide a compelling reason for requiring vaccination.

Philosophical, conscientious, or personal belief exemption: This is a blanket exemption, and must include all vaccines. In some states, collaboration with a healthcare professional is required—as well as the completion of a vaccine education program.