The US has approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children between the ages of 12 and 15. This became the first vaccine approved for children. The FDA’s action allows the younger population to protect themselves against the disease.
Trial results
Currently, People over 16 years of age can get vaccinated. But, the children will receive it as a combination of two separate shots and a booster. During the trial run of 2,260 participants none of them contracted COVID-19. However, 16 participants who received the placebo tested positive.
What are the experts saying?
Parents and guardians can rest assured that the agency took a rigorous and thorough review of all data- Janet Woodcock, the acting head of FDA.
As reported by FDA
She also added that the vaccine met the statutory criteria to amend the EUA, and the potential and known benefits for the age group outweigh the risks.
Nearly one-fourth US population fully vaccinated
More than 152 million Americans or 57 percent of the American population are partially vaccinated, as of now. “It is a promising development in our fight against the virus,” stated President Biden. The administration plans to expand the vaccination program and, vaccinating children has been a key part of this.
Developments
Moderna is working towards its approval of its vaccine for children. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is also up for authorization in Europe. (https://www.sliderrevolution.com/) It is a positive step towards bringing an end to the health crisis and normalcy.