Pfizer Seeks Boosters for Children

Pfizer will soon ask the FDA for emergency use authorization of a COVID booster shot for kids ages 5-11. The announcement comes as more data has been collected showing that healthy children ages 5 to 11 mount a safe, strong immune response to the Pfizer COVID booster. We explain what’s next.
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To find a vaccine provider in your community & locate the specific vaccine you want to receive:
https://www.vaccines.gov/
Or call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489)
Vaccines are widely available for those ages 5 and older.
Booster shots are widely available for those ages 12 and older.
Talk to your primary care provider about any vaccine or health questions you have

More From Pfizer:
https://www.pfizer.com/news/press-release/press-release-detail/pfizer-and-biontech-announce-data-demonstrating-high-immune

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