Rite Aid Statement on CDC Recommendation Regarding COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Ages 5-11

Rhea-AI Summary

On November 2, 2021, the CDC authorized the emergency use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for children aged 5-11, a lower-dose version intended for their safety. This vaccine is administered in a two-dose series with doses spaced three weeks apart. Rite Aid is set to begin administering these vaccines on November 6 at select locations, as doses become available. Appointments can be scheduled from November 4 via their website.

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• Rite Aid is prepared to administer COVID-19 vaccines for children aged 5-11, expanding their service offerings.
• The CDC's authorization may lead to increased foot traffic and customer engagement at Rite Aid locations.

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• Only select Rite Aid locations will initially offer the vaccine due to limited supply, potentially limiting access for some customers.

PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- On November 2, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) concurred with previous recommendations made by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), officially authorizing the emergency use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19 to include children 5 through 11 years of age.

The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for children 5 through 11 years of age is administered as a two-dose primary series, 3 weeks apart, but is a lower dose (10 micrograms) than that used for individuals 12 years of age and older (30 micrograms).

As a proud partner in the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program, Rite Aid is prepared to begin administering doses to children aged 5-11 as soon as the 10 microgram doses are distributed to Rite Aid, which is expected at the end of this week. The first available appointments for age 5-11 doses will be on Saturday, November 6. Those appointments may be booked through our scheduling tool beginning Thursday, November 4.

Due to the current supply of 10 microgram doses, only select Rite Aid locations will be offering appointments. Please visit our scheduling tool at www.riteaid.com to find a location near you, or check vaccines.gov for a complete list of national availability.

About Rite Aid Corporation

As the trusted, everyday care connector, Rite Aid drives lower health care costs through better coordination, stronger engagement, and personalized services that help you achieve whole health for life. We provide an array of whole being health products and services for the entire family through over 2,500 retail pharmacy locations across 17 states. Through Elixir, we provide pharmacy benefits and services to millions of members nationwide. For more information, www.riteaid.com.

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Jeff Olson

717-975-5718

Press@RiteAid.com

Source: Rite Aid Corporation

FAQ

When will Rite Aid start administering COVID-19 vaccines for children aged 5-11?

Rite Aid will begin administering the vaccines on November 6, 2021.

What is the dosage for the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for children?

Children aged 5-11 will receive a 10 microgram dose of the vaccine.

How can I book an appointment for my child’s COVID-19 vaccine at Rite Aid?

Appointments can be booked starting November 4 through the Rite Aid scheduling tool.

Why are only select Rite Aid locations offering the vaccine for children?

The limited supply of 10 microgram doses means only certain locations will administer the vaccine initially.