Since the World
Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic back in March 2020, the virus has
claimed more than 2.5 million lives globally with upwards of 113 million cases
being confirmed by laboratory tests. We all have been affected by
the current COVID-19 pandemic. However, the impact of the pandemic and its
consequences are felt differently. Our children were one of the most affected.
Children are limited in almost everything due to the restrictions and strict
health protocols that are implemented by the government. Considering the huge
risk that one might get infected by the said virus; they are limited to go out
and enjoy their youth as the older generations did.
However, the latest news that vaccines
are available for teens and children is very pleasing. Before recommending COVID-19
vaccination for children, scientists conducted clinical trials with thousands
of children and no serious safety concerns were identified. COVID-19
vaccination is now offering a way to transition out of this phase of the
pandemic. Currently, a total of seven COVID-19 vaccines available across
three platforms have been approved and are being rolled out across the globe.
It is important to have our children vaccinated for more protection against the
virus. Getting a COVID-19 vaccination is a safer way to build protection than
getting sick with COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccination helps protect you by creating an
antibody response without you having to experience sickness.
In conclusion, we should never
hesitate to have our children vaccinated since the said vaccine is proven to be
safe. By having them vaccinated, we can protect them from the deadly virus and
be more confident or assured that they are safe from any harm.
Sources:
https://www.news-medical.net/health/The-Importance-of-Global-COVID-19-Vaccination.aspx
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/recommendations/children-teens.html
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