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Japan approves Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine for children aged 12 to 15

The Japanese government approved the Pfizer–BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 12 to 15, marking the first vaccine authorised for this age group in the country. The approval followed a clinical trial showing 100% efficacy in preventing symptoms.

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HealthJapan approves Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine for children aged 12 to 15

The Japanese government approved the Pfizer–BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 12 to 15, marking the first vaccine authorised for this age group in the country. The approval followed a clinical trial showing 100% efficacy in preventing symptoms.

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