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KPBS Midday EditionHundreds of thousands of San Diego-area children will soon be eligible for the Pfizer vaccine following a recommendation from an FDA advisory panel. -
The county's announcement follows the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's approval last week of booster shots for all three COVID-19 vaccines currently available. -
U.S. health advisers are deliberating whether kid-size doses of Pfizer's vaccine are safe and effective in young children. -
San Diego County public health officials have reported 496 new cases of COVID-19 and no new virus-related deaths in its latest data. -
Lots of people suggest guzzling a tall glass of H2O before the injection. But is there any evidence it'll reduce side effects or improve vaccine effectiveness? Also: painkiller protocols! -
Officials say they are planning “family-friendly” events — including at schools — to persuade parents and guardians to get their kids vaccinated. -
San Diego County public health officials reported 368 new cases of COVID-19 and one virus-related death in its latest data. -
Let Them Breathe has become known nationally for its fight against school mask mandates. The North San Diego County group has collected thousands of dollars in donations to fund its efforts and now is targeting vaccine requirements. -
The White House says the U.S. has enough doses for the country's 28 million kids age 5 to 11 and has laid out a plan to get them inoculated as soon as the vaccine is authorized for the age group. -
The Pentagon requires all troops to receive a COVID vaccine. As the Navy's November 28 deadline approaches the Navy is adding more incentives.
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