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       *New coronavirus cases across the US have remained flat but a modest increase in cases in the Northeast, and the emergence of the BA.5 subvariant foreshadows another surge in cases over the summer.

     The nation’s infants, toddlers and preschoolers are finally getting their chance at COVID-19 vaccination as the U.S. rolls out shots for tots this week. Shipments arrived in some locations over the weekend, including a Walgreens in South Carolina and another in New York City, and opened up appointments for June 21.

     Researchers conduct clinical trials to determine the safety and effectiveness of new therapies. Mayo Clinic is committed to encouraging and promoting research to develop new treatments and some of those clinical trials have led to new or improved treatments for many conditions. Mayo Clinic also recognizes the importance of not only sharing information about new advances in medicine and research with all members of the community, but also including communities in the research process as partners and advisers.

Finally, Covid-19 vaccines for kids under the age of 5 are going into tiny arms and legs this week. Since the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended two options for this age group — one from Pfizer/BioNTech and another from Moderna — parents and caregivers may be wondering which one is right for their child.

Rates of new coronavirus cases remain flat over the last week. Cases have fallen substantially in the Northeast but continue to rise in the South and West. Hospitalizations are still increasing in the Southern and Western states.