After a heated legal battle, “9-1-1” actor Rockmond Dunbar has lost his lawsuit against Disney-owned 20th Television over his refusal to comply with a COVID-19 vaccine requirement. An eight-member federal jury unanimously ruled that the termination did not violate his religious rights, prompting a dramatic reaction from the actor in the courtroom.

Getting a COVID-19 shot this year might be more difficult than before. Factors such as age, insurance coverage, overall health, and the availability of a health care professional could all play a role in how easily you receive the vaccination.

One family’s painful loss has sparked deeper questions about changing vaccine guidance. With concern mounting over advice that suggests some groups “do not need” COVID-19 shots, the nation faces a moral and public health crossroads.