In a historic move, the board of Southwest District Health in Idaho voted 4-3 to stop all COVID-19 vaccinations. This decision comes amidst declining vaccination rates and significant public dissent, despite warnings from health officials regarding its impact on vulnerable communities. Board chair Kelly Aberasturi expressed frustration over the decision, questioning the authority to restrict healthcare options. The board’s decision has raised concerns about potential precedents affecting other vaccines as well as public health responses in the region, which already faces high exemptions for vaccinations.