The Pfizer vaccine is currently authorized for use in persons aged 12+. Pfizer is also conducting clinical trials among younger children with results expected in the fall. Moderna is next expected to apply for EUA for use of its vaccine in teens under age 18.

While children appear to be less affected by COVID-19 than adults, they are still at risk. Children ages 11-17 account for 1.5 Million cases of COVID in the nation, and nearly 13K cases of COVID have been found in Delaware children ages 5 – 17. Children who cannot be vaccinated yet will be more susceptible to the virus if they do not continue to wear face coverings and keep their distance from other people.