The effects of COVID-19 vaccines on children

Sonja A. Rasmussen, M.D., M.S., UF professor of pediatrics and epidemiology, recently discussed the safety and effects of the COVID-19 vaccines for children 12 and older as well as the importance of getting vaccinated to prevent infection and possible long-term consequences.

Looking for where you can get your child vaccinated? Locations throughout the state may be found on the UF Health Screen, Test & Protect website: https://coronavirus.ufhealth.org/vaccinations/vaccine-availability/vaccine-availability-alachua/.