CDC chief backs Pfizer's COVID vaccine for kids 5 to 11

Dr. Rochelle Walensky’s approval means shots could start going out to kids under 12 this week.

It’s authorized by the FDA as a two-dose series, three weeks apart.

(The risk of myocarditis is highest in men under 30 and male adolescents.

Myocarditis is alsotypically mild and resolves quickly.)

The vaccine was also found to be 90.7% effective in preventing COVID-19 in the younger age group.

There are also racial disparities in how sick children get from COVID-19.

The FDA finds a higher number at146 deathsin the same age group.