Doctor preparing COVID-19 vaccine for child patient in India
Synopsis
Before the government embarks upon such a programme, it should consider some crucial questions, which are also on the minds of parents. Is there a need for all children to be vaccinated against Covid-19? Are the available vaccines safe and effective? Should vaccination of this age group be part of the government’s immunisation programme?
Remember this time last year? The mere thought sends shivers. India was battling the deadly second wave of Covid-19. People were in distress and healthcare systems were overwhelmed. The experience forced the government, epidemiologists, scientists, and healthcare experts to start thinking and preparing for a possible third wave. In this backdrop, a theory emerged in May 2021 that a third wave may predominantly affect children because, unlike
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