What lies ahead for vaccines

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Contemporary Pediatrics sat down with editor-in-chief Dr. Tina Q. Tan to discuss the authorization of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for use in many children as well as what lies ahead in the vaccine pipeline for the pediatric population.

The news about the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine becoming available for children aged 5 to 11 years was met with happiness by pediatricians and many parents alike. Vaccines in the pipeline could bring similar happiness if found safe and effective.

Contemporary Pediatrics sat down with editor-in-chief Dr. Tina Q. Tan to discuss the authorization of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for use in many children as well as what lies ahead in the vaccine pipeline for the pediatric population.

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