Children of all ages can become ill with coronavirus disease. But can they take the COVID-19 vaccines? Not until there's enough data from studies in different age groups which will stretch well into next year. The Pfizer vaccine authorised in the U.S. this month is for people 16 and older. Testing began in October in children as young as 12 and is expected to take several more months. The Food and Drug Administration will have to decide when there's enough data to allow emergency use in this age group. Depending on the results younger children may be enrolled for study
