Here, we show two short animated videos that provide vaccine ed for kids. More, they illustrate how vaccines work.
The videos provide a wide overview but also shows the differences between them.
Both videos are made by the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, based in Ohio. In fact, they support a robust production team that produces a wide range of educational videos on different issues that impact children and teen health.
Currently, vaccinations are approved for those aged 16 and older. Research is currently testing them for children.
The videos are 30 and 60 seconds long. They illustrate the general mechanics of vaccination defense against the virus.
Protect our Kids: Get Vaccinated
COVID-19 is a vaccine-preventable disease. More, adults in the United States can now get a free vaccine regardless of their immigration or health insurance status.
Moreover, they are safe and effective. Also, while some “breakthrough cases” do occur, vaccines substantially curb the symptoms.
Additionally, here are our key health messages on vaccines:
Vaccines Protect the Person Receiving it
Vaccines help to protect us from the virus.
Vaccine Protect Others, too
More, they protect others, also. And it is important to remember that some cannot receive it, including children. In fact, you can have it but show no symptoms.
Please get the shot and encourage others, too.
Previous Infection will not Protect you
If you previously had the virus, you still would need the shot. And here is why.
First, it is unclear how long immunity lasts. We wrote a number of articles documenting reinfection. And that is because there are new strains. More, viruses mutate over time. Thus, the strains currently being spread are different from the strains from last year.
So even if you had it, you can get it again.
Second, it protects others. Early evidence shows vaccinated individuals are less likely to spread the virus to others. And remember, not everyone is eligible to receive it.
How to get Vaccinated
There are several options, and the shot is available in many stores and clinics. Here are some methods:
SCHEDULE BY PHONE
Call 800-232-0233 to schedule anywhere in the U.S.
SCHEDULE ONLINE
Visit Vaccine.gov to schedule anywhere in the U.S.
SEND A TEXT MESSAGE
Text message your zip code to 438829 to schedule anywhere in the U.S