How do COVID-19 Viral Vector Vaccines Work?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Weakened adenoviruses can be used to deliver instructions to make the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, educating the immune system and preparing it for future encounters with SARS-CoV-2. The Johnson & Johnson, Astrazeneca, and the Sputnik V vaccines all use adenovirus vector technology. Watch another incredible video from The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization Read more…
Do I really need a COVID booster dose if I am young and healthy?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Q: Boosters are now available in the U.S. for everyone aged 18+. Do I really need a COVID booster dose if I am young and healthy? A: š± Signs point to yes. TL;DR: New evidence suggest 3rd doses boost protection beyond levels of the original 2 doses, even in healthy younger people. COVID-19 vaccine development Read more…
Have you heard anything about when boosters might be approved for children ages 12 to 17?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: No Melissa, we havenāt heard anything about boosters coming for children aged 12-17 in the United States. But the magic 8-ball says it’s coming soon. š± āBoosterā vaccines remind our immune systems what the bad guy looks like, and theyāre often used in cases where the initial introduction doesnāt make a very strong impression. Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Donāt wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR: The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. We are still getting this question a lot, so a reminder that vaccine dosage is based on the amount needed to stimulate a sufficient immune Read more…
Los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19
Vaccines
Tita Smyth Escobedo, PM-IT
Importante informaciĆ³n de la OrganizaciĆ³ Mundial de la Salud y la OrganizaciĆ³n Panamerica de la Salud sobre los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19. Y usted, ya se vacunĆ³? https://fb.watch/9o11aAc5mf/ Enlace a la publicaciĆ³n original de Facebook
š„BIG NEWS: Health Canada approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11.š„
Families/Kids Vaccines
Ā Health Canada statement: “After a thorough and independent scientific review of the evidence, the department has determined that the benefits of this vaccine for children between five and 11 years of age outweigh the risks”. The case for vaccinating kids rests on three pillars: ā”ļø The vaccine protects kids very well. In the Phase Read more…
š„ BREAKING NEWS: FDA OKāS BOOSTER SHOTS FOR ALL ADULTS š„
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hereās the TL;DR from CNBC: āKey points: ā”ļø The CDC still has to authorize distribution of the booster doses before people can start receiving the shots, which could start this weekend. ā”ļø The CDCās independent panel of vaccine experts is scheduled to meet on Friday to review the new data. ā”ļø CDC Director Rochelle Walensky Read more…
Do I need a COVID-19 booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to our friends at Impact for this helpful booster cheat sheet (U.S. CDC guidelines): Link to Original FB Post
How do COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: A picture (or video) truly is worth a thousand words. (See link below.) Thanks to The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization of the miracle of science. VMP is the classroom-based program of the Vaccine Education Center at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia. The VMP is committed to public education about vaccine Read more…
How can I help my anxious child prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š
The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
Weakened adenoviruses can be used to deliver instructions to make the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, educating the immune system and preparing it for future encounters with SARS-CoV-2. The Johnson & Johnson, Astrazeneca, and the Sputnik V vaccines all use adenovirus vector technology. Watch another incredible video from The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization Read more…
Do I really need a COVID booster dose if I am young and healthy?
VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Q: Boosters are now available in the U.S. for everyone aged 18+. Do I really need a COVID booster dose if I am young and healthy? A: š± Signs point to yes. TL;DR: New evidence suggest 3rd doses boost protection beyond levels of the original 2 doses, even in healthy younger people. COVID-19 vaccine development Read more…
Have you heard anything about when boosters might be approved for children ages 12 to 17?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
A: No Melissa, we havenāt heard anything about boosters coming for children aged 12-17 in the United States. But the magic 8-ball says it’s coming soon. š± āBoosterā vaccines remind our immune systems what the bad guy looks like, and theyāre often used in cases where the initial introduction doesnāt make a very strong impression. Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Donāt wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR: The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. We are still getting this question a lot, so a reminder that vaccine dosage is based on the amount needed to stimulate a sufficient immune Read more…
Los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19
Vaccines
Tita Smyth Escobedo, PM-IT
Importante informaciĆ³n de la OrganizaciĆ³ Mundial de la Salud y la OrganizaciĆ³n Panamerica de la Salud sobre los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19. Y usted, ya se vacunĆ³? https://fb.watch/9o11aAc5mf/ Enlace a la publicaciĆ³n original de Facebook
š„BIG NEWS: Health Canada approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11.š„
Families/Kids Vaccines
Ā Health Canada statement: “After a thorough and independent scientific review of the evidence, the department has determined that the benefits of this vaccine for children between five and 11 years of age outweigh the risks”. The case for vaccinating kids rests on three pillars: ā”ļø The vaccine protects kids very well. In the Phase Read more…
š„ BREAKING NEWS: FDA OKāS BOOSTER SHOTS FOR ALL ADULTS š„
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hereās the TL;DR from CNBC: āKey points: ā”ļø The CDC still has to authorize distribution of the booster doses before people can start receiving the shots, which could start this weekend. ā”ļø The CDCās independent panel of vaccine experts is scheduled to meet on Friday to review the new data. ā”ļø CDC Director Rochelle Walensky Read more…
Do I need a COVID-19 booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to our friends at Impact for this helpful booster cheat sheet (U.S. CDC guidelines): Link to Original FB Post
How do COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: A picture (or video) truly is worth a thousand words. (See link below.) Thanks to The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization of the miracle of science. VMP is the classroom-based program of the Vaccine Education Center at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia. The VMP is committed to public education about vaccine Read more…
How can I help my anxious child prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š
The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
Q: Boosters are now available in the U.S. for everyone aged 18+. Do I really need a COVID booster dose if I am young and healthy? A: š± Signs point to yes. TL;DR: New evidence suggest 3rd doses boost protection beyond levels of the original 2 doses, even in healthy younger people. COVID-19 vaccine development Read more…
Have you heard anything about when boosters might be approved for children ages 12 to 17?
Families/Kids VaccinesMalia Jones, PhD MPH
A: No Melissa, we havenāt heard anything about boosters coming for children aged 12-17 in the United States. But the magic 8-ball says it’s coming soon. š± āBoosterā vaccines remind our immune systems what the bad guy looks like, and theyāre often used in cases where the initial introduction doesnāt make a very strong impression. Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Donāt wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR: The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. We are still getting this question a lot, so a reminder that vaccine dosage is based on the amount needed to stimulate a sufficient immune Read more…
Los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19
Vaccines
Tita Smyth Escobedo, PM-IT
Importante informaciĆ³n de la OrganizaciĆ³ Mundial de la Salud y la OrganizaciĆ³n Panamerica de la Salud sobre los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19. Y usted, ya se vacunĆ³? https://fb.watch/9o11aAc5mf/ Enlace a la publicaciĆ³n original de Facebook
š„BIG NEWS: Health Canada approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11.š„
Families/Kids Vaccines
Ā Health Canada statement: “After a thorough and independent scientific review of the evidence, the department has determined that the benefits of this vaccine for children between five and 11 years of age outweigh the risks”. The case for vaccinating kids rests on three pillars: ā”ļø The vaccine protects kids very well. In the Phase Read more…
š„ BREAKING NEWS: FDA OKāS BOOSTER SHOTS FOR ALL ADULTS š„
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hereās the TL;DR from CNBC: āKey points: ā”ļø The CDC still has to authorize distribution of the booster doses before people can start receiving the shots, which could start this weekend. ā”ļø The CDCās independent panel of vaccine experts is scheduled to meet on Friday to review the new data. ā”ļø CDC Director Rochelle Walensky Read more…
Do I need a COVID-19 booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to our friends at Impact for this helpful booster cheat sheet (U.S. CDC guidelines): Link to Original FB Post
How do COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: A picture (or video) truly is worth a thousand words. (See link below.) Thanks to The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization of the miracle of science. VMP is the classroom-based program of the Vaccine Education Center at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia. The VMP is committed to public education about vaccine Read more…
How can I help my anxious child prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š
The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
A: No Melissa, we havenāt heard anything about boosters coming for children aged 12-17 in the United States. But the magic 8-ball says it’s coming soon. š± āBoosterā vaccines remind our immune systems what the bad guy looks like, and theyāre often used in cases where the initial introduction doesnāt make a very strong impression. Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose?
Families/Kids VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: Donāt wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR: The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. We are still getting this question a lot, so a reminder that vaccine dosage is based on the amount needed to stimulate a sufficient immune Read more…
Los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19
Vaccines
Tita Smyth Escobedo, PM-IT
Importante informaciĆ³n de la OrganizaciĆ³ Mundial de la Salud y la OrganizaciĆ³n Panamerica de la Salud sobre los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19. Y usted, ya se vacunĆ³? https://fb.watch/9o11aAc5mf/ Enlace a la publicaciĆ³n original de Facebook
š„BIG NEWS: Health Canada approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11.š„
Families/Kids Vaccines
Ā Health Canada statement: “After a thorough and independent scientific review of the evidence, the department has determined that the benefits of this vaccine for children between five and 11 years of age outweigh the risks”. The case for vaccinating kids rests on three pillars: ā”ļø The vaccine protects kids very well. In the Phase Read more…
š„ BREAKING NEWS: FDA OKāS BOOSTER SHOTS FOR ALL ADULTS š„
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hereās the TL;DR from CNBC: āKey points: ā”ļø The CDC still has to authorize distribution of the booster doses before people can start receiving the shots, which could start this weekend. ā”ļø The CDCās independent panel of vaccine experts is scheduled to meet on Friday to review the new data. ā”ļø CDC Director Rochelle Walensky Read more…
Do I need a COVID-19 booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to our friends at Impact for this helpful booster cheat sheet (U.S. CDC guidelines): Link to Original FB Post
How do COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: A picture (or video) truly is worth a thousand words. (See link below.) Thanks to The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization of the miracle of science. VMP is the classroom-based program of the Vaccine Education Center at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia. The VMP is committed to public education about vaccine Read more…
How can I help my anxious child prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š
The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
A: Donāt wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR: The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. We are still getting this question a lot, so a reminder that vaccine dosage is based on the amount needed to stimulate a sufficient immune Read more…
Los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19
VaccinesTita Smyth Escobedo, PM-IT
Importante informaciĆ³n de la OrganizaciĆ³ Mundial de la Salud y la OrganizaciĆ³n Panamerica de la Salud sobre los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19. Y usted, ya se vacunĆ³? https://fb.watch/9o11aAc5mf/ Enlace a la publicaciĆ³n original de Facebook
š„BIG NEWS: Health Canada approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11.š„
Families/Kids Vaccines
Ā Health Canada statement: “After a thorough and independent scientific review of the evidence, the department has determined that the benefits of this vaccine for children between five and 11 years of age outweigh the risks”. The case for vaccinating kids rests on three pillars: ā”ļø The vaccine protects kids very well. In the Phase Read more…
š„ BREAKING NEWS: FDA OKāS BOOSTER SHOTS FOR ALL ADULTS š„
Vaccines
Lindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hereās the TL;DR from CNBC: āKey points: ā”ļø The CDC still has to authorize distribution of the booster doses before people can start receiving the shots, which could start this weekend. ā”ļø The CDCās independent panel of vaccine experts is scheduled to meet on Friday to review the new data. ā”ļø CDC Director Rochelle Walensky Read more…
Do I need a COVID-19 booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to our friends at Impact for this helpful booster cheat sheet (U.S. CDC guidelines): Link to Original FB Post
How do COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: A picture (or video) truly is worth a thousand words. (See link below.) Thanks to The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization of the miracle of science. VMP is the classroom-based program of the Vaccine Education Center at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia. The VMP is committed to public education about vaccine Read more…
How can I help my anxious child prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š
The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
Importante informaciĆ³n de la OrganizaciĆ³ Mundial de la Salud y la OrganizaciĆ³n Panamerica de la Salud sobre los efectos secundarios que proceden luego de la vacunaciĆ³n contra COVID-19. Y usted, ya se vacunĆ³? https://fb.watch/9o11aAc5mf/ Enlace a la publicaciĆ³n original de Facebook
š„BIG NEWS: Health Canada approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5-11.š„
Families/Kids VaccinesĀ Health Canada statement: “After a thorough and independent scientific review of the evidence, the department has determined that the benefits of this vaccine for children between five and 11 years of age outweigh the risks”. The case for vaccinating kids rests on three pillars: ā”ļø The vaccine protects kids very well. In the Phase Read more…
š„ BREAKING NEWS: FDA OKāS BOOSTER SHOTS FOR ALL ADULTS š„
VaccinesLindsey Leininger, PhD MA
Hereās the TL;DR from CNBC: āKey points: ā”ļø The CDC still has to authorize distribution of the booster doses before people can start receiving the shots, which could start this weekend. ā”ļø The CDCās independent panel of vaccine experts is scheduled to meet on Friday to review the new data. ā”ļø CDC Director Rochelle Walensky Read more…
Do I need a COVID-19 booster?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to our friends at Impact for this helpful booster cheat sheet (U.S. CDC guidelines): Link to Original FB Post
How do COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: A picture (or video) truly is worth a thousand words. (See link below.) Thanks to The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization of the miracle of science. VMP is the classroom-based program of the Vaccine Education Center at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia. The VMP is committed to public education about vaccine Read more…
How can I help my anxious child prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š
The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
Hereās the TL;DR from CNBC: āKey points: ā”ļø The CDC still has to authorize distribution of the booster doses before people can start receiving the shots, which could start this weekend. ā”ļø The CDCās independent panel of vaccine experts is scheduled to meet on Friday to review the new data. ā”ļø CDC Director Rochelle Walensky Read more…
Do I need a COVID-19 booster?
VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
Thanks to our friends at Impact for this helpful booster cheat sheet (U.S. CDC guidelines): Link to Original FB Post
How do COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work?
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: A picture (or video) truly is worth a thousand words. (See link below.) Thanks to The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization of the miracle of science. VMP is the classroom-based program of the Vaccine Education Center at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia. The VMP is committed to public education about vaccine Read more…
How can I help my anxious child prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š
The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
Thanks to our friends at Impact for this helpful booster cheat sheet (U.S. CDC guidelines): Link to Original FB Post
How do COVID-19 mRNA vaccines work?
VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: A picture (or video) truly is worth a thousand words. (See link below.) Thanks to The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization of the miracle of science. VMP is the classroom-based program of the Vaccine Education Center at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia. The VMP is committed to public education about vaccine Read more…
How can I help my anxious child prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Aparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š
The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
A: A picture (or video) truly is worth a thousand words. (See link below.) Thanks to The Vaccine Makers Project (VMP) for this beautiful visualization of the miracle of science. VMP is the classroom-based program of the Vaccine Education Center at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia. The VMP is committed to public education about vaccine Read more…
How can I help my anxious child prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Families/Kids VaccinesAparna Kumar, PhD CRNP MPH
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š
The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Chana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
š Stop. š« Breathe. āØDonāt Panic. āļø And then try a few of the tried and true strategies are here (with thanks and appreciation to Dr. Aparnaās former colleagues at the Childrenās Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for their guidance and training). š The bottom line: It is all about the preparation! 1. Keep it simple Read more…
What are the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines in kids ages 5-11?
Families/Kids VaccinesChana Davis, PhD
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines Videos
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
A: The side effects from COVID-19 vaccines are similar to those from flu shots. The most common reactions are pain at the injection site, fatigue, and headache. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate and resolve in 1-2 days. Kids who had already been infected with COVID-19 tend to have fewer side effects. To understand what Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls tackle your questions about vaccines for 5-11-yr-olds
Families/Kids Vaccines VideosMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
Those Nerdy Girls Dr. Malia Jones, Dr. Aparna Kumar, Dr. Sarah Coles, and Dr. Chana Davis talk about the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5-11 which is now available in the United States. ā”ļø Welcome, Intros, and chit chat (0:00-3:12) ā”ļø Overview of the recommendation for the Pfizer vaccine in kids ages 5-11 (3:21-9:50) Related Read more…
Looking back: A year ago, Pfizer first released their clinical trial results for COVID-19 vaccine.
VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids Vaccines
Malia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
āļø This is the kind of FB memory we like to see. We will never forget that Monday a year ago when Pfizer first released their clinical trial results showing a completely *stunning* >90% vaccine efficacy. There was not a dry Nerdy Girl eye to be found that evening. We knew then what we still Read more…
The FDA is underestimating the benefits of COVID vaccines for kids.
Families/Kids VaccinesMalia Jones, PhD MPH
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids Vaccines
Sarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
Many of us nerdy girls tuned in to watch the live feeds of the recent FDA and CDC advisory committee meetings, during which two different panels of experts discussed the lower-dose Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 for kids ages 5-11. The FDA and CDC panels both evaluate risks and benefits of vaccines, but they take very Read more…
The CDC recommends the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for kids age 5-11!
Families/Kids VaccinesSarah Whitley Coles, MD
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids Vaccines
Amanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (@CDC) is recommending the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ALL KIDS age 5 to 11 following their Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting on November 2nd. Big picture: The vaccine is safe and effective for these kids and clinicians are gearing up to start giving the vaccine Read more…
If my child is almost 12 years old, should I wait for the higher dose when the Pfizer vaccine for 5-11s is approved?
Families/Kids VaccinesAmanda Simanek, PhD MPH
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity Vaccines
Jennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
A: Don’t wait. Get the vaccine authorized for kids aged 5-11 years. TL; DR The lower dose produces a strong immune response in kids and may have fewer side effects. Hereās why getting the dose for kids that is based on their current age is recommended: 1. The immune response in kids is easily stimulated Read more…
Will an infection after vaccination give me an immune boost?
Biology/Immunity VaccinesJennifer Beam Dowd, PhD
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
A: YES! Weāve gotten this question SO many times recently but had to rely on immunological best guesses (see here). *FINALLY* we have some real world data from that famous Provincetown, MA outbreak last summer. The study tested blood and nasal swabs of 35 vaccinated people who were PCR tested during the outbreak investigation, including Read more…
