Top 4 questions about getting the COVID-19 vaccine for children

Top 4 questions about getting the COVID-19 vaccine for children

 

1. Is it necessary to vaccinate young children at this time?

 

It is necessary to strengthen the immunity of young children, especially those under 1 year old, against various severe diseases besides COVID-19. Delaying vaccinations can result in children missing necessary immunity building, as well as missing some types of vaccines with limited time frames.

 

2. What measures are being taken by service providers to prevent the spread of COVID-19?

 

Service providers are taking several measures, such as scheduling appointments for vaccine administration, clearly designating vaccine zones, and implementing appropriate disease prevention measures, such as regularly cleaning high-touch surfaces.

 

3. How should one prepare when traveling to receive a vaccine?

 

Individuals should wear face masks, and parents should closely monitor children aged one month and older. For newborns up to one month, face masks or face shields are not recommended; covering them with a cloth is sufficient. Parents should also teach children to avoid unnecessary physical contact and not to touch their faces, bring alcohol gel to frequently wash hands, practice social distancing, and bring their vaccination records.

 

4. Should children receive the flu vaccine?

 

Children should receive the flu vaccine to reduce the chance of getting sick and showing symptoms similar to those of COVID-19 (influenza-like illness), so that they do not have to quarantine or be monitored. While the flu vaccine does not prevent COVID-19, it can help reduce the burden on healthcare resources.

 

For more information, contact the Pediatrics Department, Vibhavadi Hospital

Tel. 0-2561-1111 ext. 4201-2