Coronavirus does not distinguish between adults and children when invading a body. With the delta variant spreading faster than anything before it, experts say both kids and adults are at greater risk.
“There's no doubt that there are more children getting infected," Dr. Anthony Fauci said Thursday. "As I mentioned in one of my slides, the delta variant is much more highly transmissible than was alpha. So, given that, you will see more children likely get infected."
Those who are 12 and older can get vaccinated, but none of the COVID vaccines have been approved for kids younger than 12. They are vulnerable and some are getting sick. The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) told KGW that in July, 9.4% of COVID-19 cases reported in Oregon involved kids younger than 12.
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