Despite COVID-19 vaccines now widely available, a shot for Canadian children aged five and under has still not been approved.

The lack of progress remains also remains a concern for parents as pediatric hospitals report an increase in infections among children.

Out of more than 53,000 COVID cases reported country-wide between April 10 and April 16, over 3,000 -- almost 6 per cent -- were kids under 11.

As Jamie Mauracher reports delays for the much-needed shots could still continue, prompting physicians to warn parents that they may have to find another way to keep their kids safe, for now.

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