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EMA Considering Administration Of Moderna Vaccine In Children Over 12.

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The Pfizer vaccine is already approved for 12 to 15 year olds

The use of the Moderna vaccine may be extended to include children aged between 12 and 18.

The European Medicines Agency is to meet today to discuss whether to the Moderna vaccine should be given to children.

The Pfizer vaccine is already approved by the EMA for 12 to 15 year olds and NIAC is currently considering the recommendation.

Professor of Immunology at Maynooth University Paul Moynagh says there are some risks to consider

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