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C.D.C. Advisers Recommend Pfizer Boosters for Children 5 to 11

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CDC advisors just endorsed a booster shot for 5-11s as new Omicron subvariants emerge

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CDC advisory panel greenlights Pfizer booster shots for children ages 5 to 11

14 hours ago | ABC | 6 articles

The panel voted 11-1-1 in favor of approval. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky is expected to make the final signoff to recommend the shots shortly.
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How abortion clinics are preparing for Roe v. Wade to fall

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Roof ripped off Wilson County home, thousands without power in Wake County

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Overnight house fire injures 5 people in Oxford

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Mayor: After email breach, Saratogians get unwanted messages

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Apple dominates US smartphone market with 51% Q1 share thanks to iPhone 13

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Modero & Co. preserves Indonesian culture through dance, arts

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