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At Scripps alone, the number of hospitalized COVID-19 patients increased to 96 on Wednesday — more than double the 45 COVID patients at its hospitals a month ago. -
"Because immunity from the COVID-19 vaccine wanes over time, boosters help to give you added protection against the virus and its strains, both in terms of reducing infections and severe outcomes," said Dr. Wilma J. Wooten, county public health officer. -
New data shows some areas were disproportionately hit — creating what are called “child care deserts.” -
KPBS Midday EditionDespite the promising signs in the infection rate, health officials are wary of a jump in cases over the summer. -
COVID-19 vaccines are finally available for kids ages 6 months to 5 years old following CDC and FDA approvals. -
U.S. health officials have opened COVID-19 vaccines for infants, toddlers and preschoolers — the last group without the shots. -
If that does happen in the coming days, San Diego County children in those age groups will be able to get vaccinated at their pediatrician's office, community clinics and some retail pharmacies. -
U.S. regulators have authorized the first COVID-19 shots for infants and preschoolers. That paves the way for vaccinations for children under 5 to begin next week. -
Rady Children's Hospital is getting prepared to set up its vaccine clinics for babies and toddlers to receive COVID-19 vaccines starting next week. -
California lawmakers have amended a bill that would have let preteens be vaccinated without their parents’ consent.
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