How Vaccinating Kids and Teens Against COVID-19 Can Slow Spread, Variants

Vaccines against the virus that causes COVID-19 for children older than age 12 are in clinical trials right now, with data expected to be released soon. Many medical experts think these vaccines will receive emergency use authorization by summer.

UH Rainbow pediatric infectious disease specialist Amy Edwards, MD, answers questions about vaccinating children against COVID-19, and the role that youth vaccination can play in stopping spread of the disease – and halting development of coronavirus variants.

This resource contains information pertinent to the COVID-19 pandemic. As conditions change, information in this resource may still remain helpful to families. This resource is not meant to replace medical advice or the consultation of your child's physician and care team. Please consult a trusted medical professional before making any medical care decisions for your child.