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Dec. 11, 2025: Working to ease vaccination confusion; Art as healing and rehabilitation

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A woman is giving a young boy a vaccine. She is wearing a mask and surgical gloves. The boy is holding one hand over his mouth as he receives the shot.
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A nurse gives a shot during a recent vaccine clinic at Pediatrics West in Wheat Ridge.

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As the federal government rolls back vaccination recommendations, where does that leave Coloradans, especially the parents of young children? We hear from a pediatrician and the state epidemiologist, who are working to address confusion -- and provide clarity. Then, art, as a form of healing and rehabilitation. Plus, a local grassroots non-profit celebrates 20 years working to keep Africa on the minds of Coloradans. And it's a Colorado Music Hall of Fame moment for Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats.