Pfizer shares promising news on COVID vaccine for babies
Pfizer says three child-sized doses of its COVID vaccine produced a strong immune response in kids ages six months to five years.
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Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
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Pfizer: Trial Data Show COVID Pills Cut Risk Of Hospitalization Or Death
Pfizer announced new results Tuesday from studies testing its five-day course of COVID antiviral pills, known as Paxlovid.
FDA Moves To Approve COVID Vaccine Booster Shots For 16 And 17-Year-Olds
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As COVID Cases Climb In Tri-State Area, Pfizer Says Its Vaccine Booster Appears To Protect Against Omicron Variant
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New York City Launches COVID Vaccine Pop-Ups For Kids 5-11 At Schools, But For Some, Wait Times Prove Frustrating
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Mayor-Elect Adams Hints That Mask Wearing In NYC School Classrooms Could Be Over By End Of School Year
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Pfizer: COVID Pill Cut Hospital And Death Risk By 89%
The drug maker said Friday its experimental antiviral pill for COVID-19 cut rates of hospitalization and death by nearly 90%.
CDC Recommends Children As Young As 5 Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19
The CDC issued formal recommendations for children as young as 5 years old to get vaccinated against COVID-19, clearing the final regulatory hurdle for younger kids to start receiving Pfizer's vaccine this week.
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Pfizer shares promising news on COVID vaccine for babies
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