EYECARE: Coronavirus BRIEFING: The Latest COVID-19 Data Keeping Unvaccinated Kids Safe By Staff Wednesday, July 7, 2021 12:18 PM Children under 12 are not yet eligible for any COVID-19 vaccines in the United States, which can make things both tricky and scary for parents and families with young kids. Head over to the American Medical Association's website for a run-down of some things doctors want parents of young kids to know, and some ideas of safe, family friendly activities that even the not-yet-vaccinated can join.