Here's what a paediatrician mom wants you to know about the COVID vaccine for kids.
are on the horizon, with Health Canada currently reviewing study data from Pfizer and provinces getting ready to start getting shots into younger arms.
Health Canada will review all of the data that’s been supplied by the manufacturer, showing things like antibody levels, disease case counts in vaccinated versus unvaccinated individuals, and showing common side effects that we expect from all vaccines like a sore arm, and feeling tired. They willThey’re also looking to see if these studies have been done in a robust, scientifically rigorous manner.
Where can we expect our kids to get the vaccine? I think a lot of parents would prefer it was at their doctor’s office rather than a big convention centre.family-friendly immunization experiences When it comes to vaccines, and medications in general, we spend a lot of time talking about potential side effects, but that’s only because we know they work. So I like to focus on the benefits. I ask the familyabout the benefits of being vaccinated and the drawbacks of not being vaccinated.
less painful. Also, pulling out a video of their favourite song or favourite show can easily distract them.
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