EPISODE · Nov 25, 2021 · 18 MIN
Do children need the Covid-19 vaccine?
from Beyond the Headlines · host The National UAE
There's been an ongoing debate over whether children should be vaccinated against Covid-19. Many countries have already begun inoculating those aged 12 and over. Some experts say that vaccinating the young is necessary for a return to normal life and for kids to get back to school. While there are parents who are happy about this, there are others who are cautious, particularly when it comes to vaccinating younger children aged between five and 12. One this week's Beyond the Headlines host Suhail Akram takes a look at Covid vaccinations in children.
What this episode covers
There's been an ongoing debate over whether children should be vaccinated against Covid-19.Many countries have already begun inoculating those aged 12 and over. Some experts say that vaccinating the young is necessary for a return to normal life and for kids to get back to school.While there are parents who are happy about this, there are others who are cautious, particularly when it comes to vaccinating younger children aged between five and 12.One this week's Beyond the Headlines host Suhail Akram takes a look at Covid vaccinations in children.
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