Adolescents & Children

COVID-19 Vaccines: Adolescents & Children

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COVID-19 Vaccination in Adolescents and Children (February 28, 2021) *APhA’s Know the Facts resources are being updated with booster guidance
Reference this FAQ about the use and safety of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine in children and adolescents, including key differences in the administration and storage of the pediatric-indicated vaccine and the adolescent/adult-indicated vaccine. (APhA Know the Facts – PDF)
CDC's How to Talk with Parents About COVID-19 Vaccination collects resources to inform conversations with parents and guardians.
CDC's Covid-19 Vaccines for Children and Teens is an informative webpage you can share with patients.
CDC's Interim Clinical Considerations for Use of COVID-19 Vaccines Currently Authorized in the United States – Vaccination of Children and Adolescents outlines guidance on obtaining appropriate assent and reminds providers of the risk of syncope after injection.
APhA Education During COVID-19: Pharmacy-based Immunizations for Pediatric Patients (October 1, 2022)
This new program meets the minimum 2 hours of ACPE-accredited, immunization-related CPE required in HHS’s authorization under the Prep Act. (CPE)
CDC's Clinical Considerations for Myocarditis and Pericarditis after Receipt of mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines Among Adolescents and Young Adults provides background on this reported adverse events and recommendations for clinicians.
CDC’s Information for Pediatric Healthcare Providers includes a section on maintaining childhood immunizations and well-child care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 Vaccines