In Germany there is already enough vaccine available for vaccinating children and adolescents, but they are not vaccinated systematically. The Stiko defends itself against allegations.
In the debate about corona vaccinations for children and adolescents, the Standing Vaccination Commission (Stiko) is increasingly defending itself against political pressure.
“The current statements by Mr. Söder and other politicians about Stiko and their work are unusual, even taking into account the election campaign time and must be corrected,” said the independent committee around the virologist Thomas Mertens on Friday. The aim of the Stiko is to develop the best possible vaccination recommendation for individual people and for the community. “This is done regardless of the opinions and wishes of politicians and the pharmaceutical industry.”
Bavaria’s Prime Minister Markus Söder (CSU) affirmed in a BR interview on Wednesday that a general corona vaccination recommendation for children and adolescents from the age of twelve must go faster. He spoke of the Stiko as a voluntary organization, whereas the European Medicines Agency (EMA) are the “professionals”.
In May, the EMA approved the Covid-19 vaccine from Biontech / Pfizer for children and adolescents aged twelve and over. For Germany, however, the Stiko has so far only recommended vaccination for children and adolescents with certain previous illnesses who have an increased risk of a severe course. The reasons given by the Stiko are still missing data on the safety of the vaccine.
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