COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency announced on Wednesday they will begin offering booster doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines for children ages 5-11 years who have completed their primary series at least 5 months ago.
Pfizer-BioNTech is the only COVID-19 vaccine currently authorized for those ages 5-11. COVID-19 booster doses may be given at the same time as other vaccines.
Health Officer Rebecca Burns says, “Vaccination continues to be our best protection strategy against severe COVID illness, and can reduce the need for hospitalization. COVID-19 vaccine boosters can further enhance protection that may decrease over time after your primary vaccination series.”
Medical Director Doctor Karen Luparello says, “Children with underlying medical conditions such as asthma, chronic lung disease, diabetes, sickle cell disease, children who are obese, and children with a weakened immune system are at higher risk to get severe COVID-19. Parents are encouraged to discuss with their child’s doctor, or BHSJ CHA staff, the risks and benefits of vaccination.”
In order to schedule a COVID-19 vaccination dose at any of the agency’s offices, go to www.bhsj.org/scheduling.
If you do not have access to the internet or need assistance, call your local health department office and press option 7.
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