EYECARE: Coronavirus BRIEFING: Crisis Response Tactics FDA Authorizes Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Ages 5 to 11 By Staff Friday, October 29, 2021 8:03 AM The FDA has authorized Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11, which means vaccines could be available to school-aged children starting next week.The move brings families with young children a step closer to resuming their normal activities, and it should help further slow transmission of the coronavirus virus in the U.S.States have already placed their orders for initial doses of the vaccines. Friday's FDA authorization triggers the shipment of millions of doses to pediatricians, family practice doctors, children's hospitals, community health centers, and pharmacies. Head over to WebMD to read the full story.