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COVID Boosters Targeting Omicron Variants Authorized for Kids Ages 5-11

Por: NBC 6 South Florida World October 13, 2022

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AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File The U.S. on Wednesday authorized updated boosters for children as young as 5, seeking to expand protection ahead of an expected winter wave. Tweaked boosters , doses modified to target today’s most common and contagious omicron relative. While there wasn't a big rush, federal health officials are urging that people seek the extra protection ahead of holiday gatherings. Now the Food and Drug Administration has... + full article



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