Australia is looking to commence its COVID-19 vaccinations for children as young as five amidst a debate on the pros and cons of vaccinating young kids, whose risk of developing severe symptoms from COVID-19 is “extremely low” according to studies. Health Minister Greg Hunt on Tuesday invited Pfizer to seek approval from Australia’s medical regulator to have its vaccine trial approved for children aged five to 11. In a letter to Pfizer’s Australia and New Zealand managing director, Hunt suggested the jab manufacturer should apply to the Therapeutic Goods Administration in parallel with its U.S application. “I am heartened by your advice that trials of the Pfizer vaccine are showing promise in children under the age of 12 years of age,” Hunt wrote. “Should the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation also approve vaccination of this age cohort, vaccination would commence as a priority.” If regulators gave the green light, …