keep up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations, the more benefit there will be for individuals, families and public health by helping prevent severe illnesses, hospitalizations and deaths,” he added.
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The FDA based its decision on clinical trials showing that the boosters are safe and effective in young children, the agency said.
“Parents and caregivers can be assured that the FDA has taken a great deal of care in our review, and we encourage parents of children of any age who are eligible for primary vaccination or a bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster dose to consider seeking vaccination now as it can potentially help protect them from COVID-19 during a time when cases are increasing,” said Dr. Peter Marks, director of the FDA’s Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research.