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FDA approves Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for kids

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This October 2021 photo provided by Pfizer shows kid-size doses of its COVID-19 vaccine in Puurs, Belgium. The vaccine appear safe and nearly 91% effective at preventing symptomatic infections in 5- to 11-year-olds, according to study details released Friday, Oct. 22, as the U.S. considers opening vaccinations to that age group. (Pfizer via AP)
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Food and Drug Administration has approved Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11.

The move comes after the FDA's advisory committee voted earlier this week to recommend the vaccine for children.

If the Centers for Disease Control gives the okay next week, kids could start getting shots later this month.

Pfizer reported its vaccine was nearly 91 percent effective at preventing symptomatic illness for children.

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