The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention June 18 recommended COVID-19 vaccines for children as young as six months of age.“We know millions of parents and caregivers are eager to get their young children vaccinated and with today’s decision, they can,” Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the CDC’s director, said in a statement.“I encourage parents and caregivers with questions to talk to their doctor, nurse or local pharmacist to learn more about the benefits of vaccinations and the importance of protecting their children by getting them vaccinated,” she added.Walensky acted after the CDC’s vaccine advisory committee unanimously voted to advise the CDC to recommend all children, save for those who have contraindications to the vaccines, from six months through 5 y
