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Pfizer has applied for full FDA approval of its COVID vaccine, which is currently distributed under emergency use authorization. Full approval would allow Pfizer to market the vaccine directly to consumers. The FDA review process may take up to six months. Pfizer has delivered over 170 million doses in the US. A survey shows varied parental willingness to vaccinate children under 16. The FDA is expected to authorize the vaccine for ages 12-15 soon.

What are some reasons parents might choose to wait before vaccinating their children?

What is the expected timeline for the FDA to grant emergency authorization for Pfizer's COVID vaccine for children ages 12 to 15?