ADVERTISEMENT
UAE allows Pfizer Covid-19 dose for emergency use in 12-15 year oldsThe US Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved the use of the vaccine in children as young as 12
Reuters
Last Updated IST
Credit: Reuters file photo
Credit: Reuters file photo

The United Arab Emirates has approved the Pfizer and BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine for emergency use in children aged 12-15, the government said on Thursday, having already permitted its use for 16 years and above.

The UAE's health ministry approved its use, the government's Twitter account said. The US Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved the use of the vaccine in children as young as 12.

Deccan Herald is on WhatsApp Channels| Join now for Breaking News & Editor's Picks

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Read more
(Published 13 May 2021, 21:00 IST)