Preparing to Vaccinate Kids Against COVID

The transcript discusses the upcoming availability of COVID-19 vaccines for children aged 5 to 11, highlighting the White House's plans to distribute vaccines through familiar settings like pediatricians' offices and schools. It presents varied parental opinions on vaccinating their children, with some eager for protection and others cautious due to the vaccine's novelty. The government has ordered millions of doses and enlisted thousands of providers, but mandates are limited, with California being the only state requiring school vaccinations. The vaccine for children will be a third of the adult dosage, administered in two shots 21 days apart.

What age group is the COVID-19 vaccine expected to be available for soon?

• Adults over 18

• Children aged 2 to 4

• Teenagers aged 12 to 15

• Children aged 5 to 11

Where can children receive the COVID-19 vaccine once it becomes available?

• At their pediatrician's office, pharmacies, and possibly schools

• At home

• In amusement parks

• Only in hospitals

What is a common concern among parents regarding the COVID-19 vaccine for children?

• The vaccine is not available in their area

• The vaccine is too expensive

• The vaccine is too new and requires more research

• The vaccine is not effective

Which state has mandated COVID-19 vaccines for children in schools?

• New York

• California

• Florida

• Texas

How much of the adult dosage will children receive for the COVID-19 vaccine?

• One-third of the adult dosage

• The same as the adult dosage

• Double the adult dosage

• Half of the adult dosage