PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — There could be a “substantial” benefit to getting a COVID vaccine this season.

According to a newly published analysis, scientific projection models from dozens of researchers show a universal COVID-19 vaccine recommendation could save thousands more lives than limiting the recommendation to high-risk groups.

A group of advisers to the CDC is still working on recommendations on who should get the updated shot this season.

The FDA has already made significant changes to this season’s shots, limiting approval to adults 65 and older, and younger people who are at higher risk from COVID-19.

The Rhode Island Department of Health recommended the COVID-19 vaccine for most Rhode Islanders over the age of six months today.

A CDC advisory panel appointed by Robert F. K

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