Young people aged 12 and older are now eligible to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Here are answers to commonly asked questions regarding vaccinations for youth.
1) There’s a lot of disinformation on social media which is why understanding the science behind the vaccine is important.
2) Clinical trials showed the COVID-19 vaccine is safe and highly effective in protecting against severe illness, hospitalization, and death.
3) Check with a medical professional or health clinic to answer your questions or concerns.
4) Most minors will need the consent of a legal guardian, or other adult having legal custody.
5) Getting vaccinated allows our children to safely get back to the things they love doing, like hanging out with friends, playing sports, and going to public spaces.
