Myocarditis side effect is extremely rare and in most cases mild, experts say findings unlikely to affect decision on extending vaccination drive to 12-15-year-olds

Shots will initially be given out in schools in an effort to reach as many children as possible, though parents' permission will be required, report says

Decision by European Medicines Agency must still be okayed by European Commission before countries get go-ahead to start giving COVID shots to adolescents

As US probes possible link between immunization and mostly mild heart problem, proposed compromise seen as way to dodge the risk while retaining shot's effectiveness

Health Ministry expert panel holds talks with Pfizer officials ahead of official OK to begin inoculation campaign for younger teens

Officials holding talks with medical groups and HMOs in preparation for launching inoculation campaign for younger teens, Health Ministry says

After tests on more than 2,000 teen volunteers, study finds no cases of COVID-19 among fully vaccinated and reports similar mild side effects to those seen in adults

First digital monitoring of COVID shot recipients shows vitals spike but return to normal within three days, demonstrating 'vaccine safety'

Pharma chief comes out against Washington proposal, insists building new plants is not the solution; comments come as India announces record COVID deaths

Shots also 97.5% effective against serious illness, and 95.3% effective in preventing infection, according to study published in prestigious medical journal