The US Food and Drug Administration approved Covid-19 vaccines for children under 5 years old on Friday, a welcome relief to parents of the last age group. Although the move will help protect children from infection and serious disease, vaccine hesitancy still looms in the US population.
This week, shots have been authorized.
What is on offer?
One month apart, there is a two-shot series for small children. The first two shots are given three weeks apart, and the third is given eight weeks after the second shot, according to the FDA.
The FDA said that Moderna's vaccine was effective in preventing Covid in children under 2 years of age. According to the FDA, the effectiveness data was unreliable because of the low number of cases that occurred in the study participants. The agency said that there are some common side effects of Moderna's shot. The most common side effects for Pfizer were Irritable andDecreased appetite.
The vaccines will be available in the near future.
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is made up of experts who advise the CDC on immunizations. Rochelle Walensky needs to sign off on any recommendations before vaccines can be given. As soon as the FDA and CDC approve the vaccine, Pfizer and Moderna will provide 10 million doses.
shots are already starting to ship out.
It was a great week for vaccines for young children. The vaccine is safe and effective. The vaccines were approved by the external experts. The FDA has authorized it. The next step? The CDC weighed in and we start shipping vaccines today.
There are places where little kids can get vaccinations.
Booking appointments can be done on the vaccines.gov website. It is possible for caregivers to check with their child's health care provider. There will be 10 dedicated hubs in New York City on June 22. Walk-ins are welcome, but the location and hours are only for Moderna and can be found by appointment.
What amount does it cost?
All people living in the US are free to get the Covid-19 vaccine.
What is the opinion of people regarding vaccinations?
Florida has not pre-ordered the toddler shots. There will be no state programs to facilitate distribution, although shots will be available through pharmacy, supermarket chains and at community locations that can order vaccine directly from the federal government, according to the AP.
The rate of hospitalization and death for children has been a concern for health officials. Kids Covid hospitalizations went to record highs in January.
According to Walensky, Covid is one of the top killers of children right now. She said that deaths from Covid have been higher than deaths from flu.
Madison Muller assisted.
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