Navigating the Pandemic

While evidence is growing that contracting SARS-CoV-2 is generally as effective as vaccination at stimulating an immune response, the extent of immunity is unknown — especially against newer variants of COVID.

In recommending against boosters for the general public, the committee cited reasons such as lack of sufficient safety data in younger age groups and indications that initial doses still seem to be provide robust protection against severe illness.

In some states, minors can legally decide for themselves whether they would like to get vaccinated.