Moderna Says Vaccine Highly Effective in Adolescents

The transcript discusses the effectiveness of a vaccine in adolescents aged 12 to 17, showing 93% effectiveness after the first dose and 100% two weeks after the second dose. Currently, MODERNA's vaccine is available for those 18 and older, but the company plans to seek FDA approval for younger children. If authorized, it will be the second coronavirus vaccine available to adolescents.

What percentage of effectiveness was reported for the vaccine in children aged 12 to 17 after the first dose?

How long after the second dose is the vaccine considered 100% effective?

What age group is currently eligible for MODERNA'S vaccine?

What does the company plan to seek next month regarding the vaccine?

If authorized, what will MODERNA'S vaccine become for adolescents?