As the vaccine rollout continues for children, misinformation is swirling more than ever. Here's what parents need to know.
of getting their kids vaccinated, while 18% said they would only do so if their child’s school required it. Another 25% indicated they’d basically wait and see.
Here are some of the biggest myths about kids and COVID-19 vaccines — and some basics parents should know in light of the new Pfizer authorization for adolescents.Perhaps the biggest misconception about the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is that it’s not safe for children. Some parents may be worried that the vaccines weren’t approved for children earlier. They may take the longer, separate clinical trials as an indication that researchers have concerns about vaccinating kids.Steven Abelowitz
But clinical trials in children tend to take longer because they require more safety precautions. And in the case of the COVID-19 vaccines, researchers prioritized trials in adults because they’re more likely to get seriously ill if they get the disease.
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