Editorial: COVID-19 vaccines for children – “Although it is true that most children experience asymptomatic or mild disease, some will get quite sick, and a small number will die. It’s why children are vaccinated against influenza, meningitis, chickenpox, and hepatitis”.

COVID-19 vaccines for children – Science

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"Although it is true that most children experience asymptomatic or mild COVID disease, some will get quite sick, and a small number will die.

It’s why children are vaccinated against influenza, meningitis, chickenpox, and hepatitis" @DrPaulOffit et al.https://t.co/mvXHXdiYha

— Madhu Pai, MD, PhD (@paimadhu) November 18, 2021