HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Hawaii’s health insurers say they will cover COVID vaccinations for anyone older than six months, despite new FDA guidance that says children and healthy adults don’t need the shots.

While public health advocates applaud the decision by Hawaii’s insurers, doctors and pharmacies are predicting a big drop in vaccinations.

Hawaii News Now surveyed all Hawaii’s major insurers HMSA, Kaiser, UHA, AlohaCare and HMAA. All said they will not change their prior policies and will cover COVID vaccinations at no cost for everyone six months and older.

However, some say a doctor’s recommendation may be necessary.