According to anAPreport, the U.S. plans to expand booster availability to children as young as 12 years old.
Previously, the booster shots were only available to older teens ages 16 and up.
TheAPreported that a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will meet later this week to discuss the updated recommendation.
CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky will ultimately decide on the availability of boosters for younger teens.
