U.S. could authorize Pfizer COVID-19 shot for kids age 5-11 in October -sources

[Richiek]

U.S. could authorize Pfizer COVID-19 shot for kids age 5-11 in October -sources

Top U.S. health officials believe that Pfizer Inc's COVID-19 vaccine could be authorized for children aged 5-11 years old by the end of October, two sources familiar with the situation said on Friday.

www.reuters.com

Sept 10 (Reuters) - Top U.S. health officials believe that Pfizer Inc's (PFE.N) COVID-19 vaccine could be authorized for children aged 5-11 years old by the end of October, two sources familiar with the situation said on Friday.

The timeline is based on the expectation that Pfizer, which developed the shot with Germany's BioNTech (22UAy.DE), will have enough data from clinical trials to seek emergency use authorization (EUA) for that age group from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) towards the end of this month, the sources said

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Good, this can't come soon enough. Kids under 12 are the last group that needs to be protected.

 

[Deleted member 31923]

That's great news. They were originally predicting approval in winter.

 

[onadesertedisland]

this will change my world.

 

[Danby]

We need it.

 

[Deleted member 13101]

Doesn't the FDA need at least six weeks of review of this data? Haven't they been upset at the cdc and other branches for speaking for them? I hope Fauci doesn't have to backtrack on this, people are counting on every accelerated timeframe possible.

 

[captive]

Fucking yes, straight into my kids veins!

Yes I know it's arms or legs

 

[Grym]

Honestly can't wait.

But this is pretty much the same timeline we've known for months (since the summer expansion of the trial for the heart issue thing). Pfizer planning submittal to FDA sometime in Sept. Then it is all going to come down to if FDA decides to approve for emergency use in kids (Oct approval) or full approval (late 2021 or into 2022). Really hoping for the former but we'll see.

Regardless it is good to know Pfizer seems still on track for a September submission

 

[TitlePending]

I expect there to be a mad scramble once it does get authorized. Although I suppose determining where allocations should go will be really easy.

 

[Yerffej]

Oh please god yes

 

[ann3nova.]

My daughter is the final jab for our family, this is fantastic news.

 

[data]

Good, the sooner the better considering it's school time and some states are about to startup the school year.

 

[Vincent Alexander]

Pleaaase. I am nervous every day my kid goes to school.

 

[meowdi gras]

aPpRoVeD tOo FaSt!!!

 

[Deleted member 12323]

good

 

[Deleted member 4346]

This would really help my family. We're two weeks into the (in-person) school year and desperately hoping that my 10yo's class doesn't have a massive COVID outbreak. Having her vaccinated would bring me tremendous peace of mind.

 

[Violence Jack]

Fantastic news. About fucking time. I wished it included my child that's turning 4 in September, but those kids already in K-12 schools need it first.

 

[The_jMag]

Crossing my fingers it becomes mandatory at our school district. My ex-wife/kids mother refuses to get herself vaccinated even after catching it (brainwashed by her 50+ republican white man sugardaddy), but I'm gonna make sure my kids get vaxxed as soon as they can.

 

[Hollywood Duo]

Doesn't the FDA need at least six weeks of review of this data? Haven't they been upset at the cdc and other branches for speaking for them? I hope Fauci doesn't have to backtrack on this, people are counting on every accelerated timeframe possible.

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Haven't they been submitting data all along?

 

[MasterYoshi]

This will absolutely give me some sense of peace of mind for me and my children

 

[Gashprex]

As a parent whose 4 year old caught COVID at school and then passed it to my 6 year old, the last 2 weeks have been really shitty despite having mild cases.

I don't wish that on anyone

 

[Netherscourge]

This is the #1 reason my family has been avoiding going anywhere.

Kids need that vaccine ASAP, and until one is available for our younger kids, we'll be nervous being around anyone.

 

[Dante316]

Still waiting on ages below 5...let's hope it's not too far off.

 

[Zhengi]

That's great news. I'm hoping younger kids can be eligible soon.

 

[Richietto]

The stress I have over my daughters health is unbelievable please lets get this thing going asap.

 

[dubc]

F yeah!

 

[julian]

How about a really big 4 year old?

 

[Deleted member 8257]

All the Karens and Chuds are going to go into hyper batshit mode now. Facebook forwards eventually start coming up with even more dangerous conspiracy theories about Bill Gates chipping your children.

 

[Marvie]

Great news

 

[ZW33]

Great news, hopefully under 5 is approved soon after.

My daughter will be 4 in December, and I'd really love for her to finally be protected. These last 18 months have been rough…

 

[Mathieran]

Can't wait to get my six year old vaccinated. Might be seven by the time he can get vaccinated though

 

[Lebron]

Great news, hopefully under 5 is approved soon after.

My daughter will be 4 in December, and I'd really love for her to finally be protected. These last 18 months have been rough…

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They've said 2-4 would be submitted not too far after they file for 5-11.

 

[molnizzle]

My daughter is 2. =(

 

[piratepwnsninja]

Yes, please. That for my 5yo and my booster in the same month would be great.

 

[ZW33]

They've said 2-4 would be submitted not too far after they file for 5-11.

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Right but "not too far after" could be a couple weeks or several months. Just wish there was a better estimate.

 

[Red]

A relief for me and my family, but I feel for anyone with younger kids.

 

[Random Painted Highway]

Great. My six year old already caught covid at school and my ten year old had another covid in the classroom email today, only a matter of time there. That will leave the infant as the only unvaxed person in the family.

 

[GYODX]

This would be a game-changer.

 

[Deleted member 79451]

It can't come too soon

 

[linkboy]

My son is 10 and he's back in class. To say this isn't a worry of mine is an understatement.

 

[Sagroth]

Please.

 

[Chopchop]

That would be great.

 

[Replicant]

And here we are with Moderna still not FDA approved anyone. What's going on there? From all accounts and data, the Moderna vaccine seems to be the better vaccine vs the delta variant.

 

[Neoxon]

Oh hell yes! The more people that can be protected from this pandemic, the better.

 

[mute]

Well that would be one kid sorted at least.

 

[Neo C.]

My daughter is the final jab for our family, this is fantastic news.

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The main reason I stay at home almost all the time is because my niece isn't vaccinated. Life can finally be somewhat normal again after the vaccination for kids.

 

[PAFenix]

Please please please please.

 

[neon/drifter]

Queue this Halloweens version of the neverending urban legend...

They're hiding the vaccine in your childrens Halloween candy!

 

[EYEL1NER]

Well, guess I know what my son is getting for his birthday when he turns five at the end of November.
"Surprise! You get a shot!" lol, gonna have to spoil him with toys to make up for that.
This is some great news though. I stressed to my vaccinated twelve year old that even though almost no one else in her classes is wearing masks, that she needs to continue to do the right thing and wear hers throughout the day since her brother cannot get vaccinated yet, and she definitely understands why it's necessary.

 

[TalonJH]

Can't wait.

 

[CSX]

As a teacher, yes please. God yes please