Pediatricians across the U.S. are pre-ordering the updated COVID-19 vaccine for children for the upcoming fall and winter respiratory virus season. Some are struggling to predict parent interest, leading to a dilemma in ordering the right amount of vaccines to avoid wastage. The upfront cost of vaccines is a significant expense for practices, and some are reducing orders to minimize financial risk. Return policies for unused vaccines vary among pharmaceutical companies, with some only accepting a limited percentage of returns. The uncertainty around parent interest and financial risks are creating challenges for pediatricians in providing COVID-19 vaccines to children.
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As Interest From Families Wanes, Pediatricians Scale Back on Covid Shots
