Want to get your 5-11 year old vaccinated against Covid? Here's what you need to know

It’s official. A whole new cohort of children in Washington state, and across the country, are now eligible to get kid-sized doses of the Covid-19 vaccine. Federal authorities have approved and recommended the use of the Pfizer vaccine for five to 11 year olds, and the Western State Scientific Advisory Group has also given their stamp of approval. Experts have deemed the vaccine safe and effective for children.