COVID-19 Vaccine Update: Jabs in Children and Boosters

We can imagine everyone's head is spinning right now. Boosters versus third shots. Vaccines for young children. It seems that everyday there is a new development and that is exactly why we are brining you another update on the COVID-19 vaccines. Dr. Kristin Oliver, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Environmental Medicine & Public Health at Mount Sinai joined to break down the latest news, clear up myths and misconceptions, and ultimately give you the information you need to make a truly informed decision when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccines. Please note that we will be publishing an addendum to this episode following the approval of boosters of the Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA vaccine and the CDC's recommendation that healthcare workers, teachers, child care workers, grocery workers and others. Please ehck out the information below regarding this recent development and more. Enjoy and please be safe!      Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: CDC Statement on ACIP Booster Recommendations https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/p0924-booster-recommendations-.html   Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shot https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/booster-shot.html   American Academy of Pediatrics: COVID-19 Vaccines Produces Significant Immune Response in Children 5-11 years https://admin5.podbean.com/healthinharlem/episodes/form