Concern over side effects means parents unwilling to vaccinate young children

13 Sept 12:50 Key points summarised by AI

A recent survey indicates significant parental hesitation to vaccinate children aged 5-11 against COVID-19, driven by concerns over potential serious side effects and doubts about vaccine effectiveness.
Health officials are urging parents to vaccinate their children, emphasizing that vaccines provide vital immunity against severe COVID-19 symptoms and support a safe return to on-site learning.
They reassure that common post-vaccination symptoms are typically mild and manageable, while advising medical assessment for children with underlying health conditions prior to inoculation.
The Thai FDA has approved Moderna’s Spikevax for children aged 6 and up, recommending two half-doses for those aged 6-11 with a four-week interval.

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