The Health Ministry began distributing 1 million doses of Pfizer's Comirnaty pediatric vaccine, but only to children with comorbidities between 6 months and 3 years old.
With 1 million doses, the first batch landed at Viracopos Airport, in Campinas, and will be destined to children with comorbidities within the established age range.
The survey found a reduction in daycare and preschool enrollment from 2020 to 2021, a decline in vaccination, and effects on the diet of kids up to six years old.
The right to child care is vested in the law, but a ruling was issued as cities have faced a large number of suits. City authorities claim lack of resources.
New doses are being produced by the Butantan Institute. The amount ordered by the Ministry of Health—1 million doses—is expected to be delivered in September.
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