The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last week approved a new version of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11, and experts are offering additional resources for parents to learn more about the vaccine as the option is made available in New York. There are 1.5 million kids in the state now eligible for the vaccine. State epidemiology director Dr. Emily Lutterloh says the vaccinations are safe, and key to keeping kids safe amidst the pandemic, especially as the holiday season approaches…
Dr. Ron Yee with the National Association of Community Health Centers says despite its availability, he doesn’t expect parents will step up and get their eligible kids a vaccine right away…
To help encourage parents, Governor Kathy Hochul says the state is offering 5-11 year-olds the chance to win a full ride to a SUNY or CUNY school, just for getting the new Pfizer kids’ vaccine…
There will be 10 winners announced each week for five weeks beginning November 24th. Visit NY.gov/VaxForKids or call 1-800-232-0233 for more information.
You can find a provider near you by visiting Vaccines.gov. Parents and guardians of children 5 – 11 are encouraged to reach out to their child’s pediatrician.