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Dr. Anthony Fauci advises against COVID-19 booster shots for the general population, recommending them only for high-risk groups. An FDA panel supports this stance, but future data may alter recommendations. Meanwhile, Pfizer reports its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective for children aged 5-11, with trials showing strong antibody responses and side effects similar to those in older age groups. Pfizer plans to seek FDA approval for this age group soon.

Who is advised to wait for eligibility before getting a COVID-19 booster shot?

• Children aged 5 to 11

• People 65 and older or at high risk

• Only those under 65

• Everyone, regardless of age or risk

What did Dr. Fauci say about the FDA panel's decision on booster shots?

• He was unsure about it

• He agreed with it but noted it might change

• He disagreed with it

• He thought it was a mistake

What age group is Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine deemed safe and effective for, according to recent trials?

• Children aged 5 to 11

• Teenagers aged 12 to 15

• Adults aged 18 and older

• Infants under 5

How does the dosage for children aged 5 to 11 compare to the adult dose in Pfizer's vaccine trials?

• It is the same as the adult dose

• It is double the adult dose

• It is half of the adult dose

• It is about one-third of the adult dose

What is Pfizer's next step after the children's vaccine trials?

• To start trials for infants

• To submit trial data to the FDA for approval

• To increase the dosage for children

• To halt the vaccine production