“We already know that there are many businesses and universities that have moved toward vaccine requirements,” Murthy told CNN’s State of the Union.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is trying to finish its licensing process for the lifesaving drug as soon as Monday, the New York Times has reported.
Until now, the Pfizer shot has been administered under an emergency use authorization, though experts continue to emphasize that it is safe and effective.
And that’s why we’re continuing to recommend that people get vaccinated starting today and … as soon as they can.”.
Yet younger children still aren’t eligible for the vaccine, and hospitals in hard-hit areas are running out of pediatric intensive care space.
The Biden administration is also preparing to roll out an expansive booster-shot campaign next month, offering a third shot to patients who received the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines.
“And that’s why, to stay ahead of this virus, we’re recommending that people start to get boosters the week of 20 September. »
