By vgreene, 20 August, 2021 Even though we don t know for sure exactly how long protection lasts we do know that at 6mo the level of protection remains high and actual protection could be much longer2
By vgreene, 20 August, 2021 There s evidence that over time the protection that vaccinated individuals have against the virus wanes This may also be due to emerging variants2
By vgreene, 20 August, 2021 How long does protection last after being vaccinated Will I need a booster shot Am I still considered fully vaccinated if I don t get a booster shot
By vgreene, 20 August, 2021 While it s possible for someone w a breakthrough infection to get hospitalized and even die the chances are very low for fully vaccinated individuals about 0 0003 2
By vgreene, 20 August, 2021 The great majority of breakthrough infections are mildly symptomatic or symptomatic similar to a bad cold or the flu typically lasting 2 or 3 days2
By vgreene, 20 August, 2021 As with any vaccine children can have some mild side effects like a sore arm or fatigue In general sx resolve w in a couple of days3
By vgreene, 20 August, 2021 With efficacy close to 100 the vaccines are actually more effective in this younger population than in in adults3
By vgreene, 20 August, 2021 Results of studies by Pfizer and Moderna in adolescents those between 12 and 18 yo show that the vaccine was not only safe but also effective3
By vgreene, 20 August, 2021 Yes CDC AAP recommend that children and adolescents age 12 and older get vaccinated against COVID 19 assuming no contraindications 1 2
