COVID-19 Vaccines Available for Children 6 Months - 5 Years of Age

Date: 07/01/22

On June 18, 2022, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced that the COVID-19 vaccine is available for children 6 months through 5 years of age. Families can obtain either Moderna or Pfizer-BioNTech (Pfizer) vaccines for their children at pediatric practices, pharmacies, Federally Qualified Health Centers, local health departments, clinics, and other locations.

Please note:

• Moderna is a 2-dose series.
• Pfizer is a 3-dose series.

The CDC recommends that all children, including children who have already had COVID-19, should get vaccinated. Superior HealthPlan members and/or their families may reach out to their doctor to get more information or ask where vaccines for children are available.

To learn more, please review:

• FDA News Release: “Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Authorizes Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Down to 6 Months of Age” (6/17/2022)
• CDC Media Statement: “CDC Recommends COVID-19 Vaccines for Young Children” (6/18/2022):
• CBS News Article: “CDC and FDA Clear the Way for COVID Vaccines for Kids Under 5” (6/18/2022):
• CDC Webpage: Vaccines for COVID-19