The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine could soon be given double green light approval for use in Australian children aged 5 to 12. Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt said the drug regulatory body, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) had given Pfizer provisional determination, allowing the company to speed up their application. “I think their application is likely to come in the coming weeks,” Hunt said on Oct 13. “So then it has to, because we’re dealing with safety and effectiveness for children, make sure that it’s a thorough assessment.” Hunt spoke to the head of Pfizer Australia, who indicated that they would be making an application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) first, a path companies often take. For the vaccine to be approved for children, the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) also needs to give a green light in their health advice. When asked if the government …