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The FDA has granted full approval to Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for those aged 16 and older, marketed as Community. This approval may facilitate vaccine mandates in businesses and schools and encourage vaccination among hesitant individuals. The CDC advises high-risk travelers to avoid cruises and recommends testing before and after cruise travel. Unvaccinated individuals should quarantine after cruises. Recent COVID-19 cases have been reported on cruise ships.

What age group has the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine received full approval for?

• 12 and older

• 16 and older

• 18 and older

• 21 and older

Under what circumstances can children aged 12 to 15 receive the Pfizer vaccine?

• Only if they are immunocompromised

• If they are traveling

• Only with full approval

• Under emergency use authorization

How might full approval of the Pfizer vaccine affect businesses and schools?

• It will reduce the need for masks

• It will have no impact

• It might make it easier to require vaccinations

• It could lead to more closures

What does the CDC recommend for travelers at high risk of severe COVID-19 illness?

• To travel only by air

• To get vaccinated immediately

• To avoid cruises

• To travel freely

What should unvaccinated individuals do after returning from a cruise?

• Nothing special

• Quarantine for a week

• Avoid all travel

• Get vaccinated