In November, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved COVID-19 vaccines for kids ages 5 to 11 years old. A month later, Fresno County vaccine rates for this age group are still lagging. Valley Edition Host Kathleen Shock spoke with Madi Bolanos to learn why.
Why vaccination rates for kids 5-11 years old in Fresno County are falling behind
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