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A CDC study found that side effects from a third COVID-19 vaccine dose are similar to those from a second dose, with most reactions being mild. A poll revealed that many parents are hesitant to vaccinate their children aged 5 to 11, despite Pfizer's vaccine being deemed safe and effective for this age group. The poll was conducted after Pfizer submitted trial data to the FDA for emergency authorization.

What did the CDC study find about the side effects of the third COVID-19 vaccine dose?

• They were significantly worse than the second dose.

• They were about the same as the second dose.

• They were completely different from the second dose.

• They were non-existent.

What percentage of people reported a local reaction like pain at the injection site after receiving a booster shot?

• 60%

• 70%

• 90%

• 80%

According to the poll, what percentage of parents are likely to vaccinate their children aged 5 to 11?

• 50%

• 70%

• 44%

• 60%

What did Pfizer report about its COVID vaccine for children aged 5 to 11?

• It has severe side effects.

• It is not yet tested.

• It is safe and effective.

• It is ineffective.

Who partnered with the news to provide the health headlines?

• Axios Ipsos

• Kaiser Health News

• CDC

• Pfizer