DON'T YOU WANT YOUR CHILD
TO BE COVID-19 SAFE?
DON'T HESITATE TO VACCINATE!
PRE-REGISTRATION FORM FOR PEDIATRIC COVID VACCINATION
THE VACCINE HELPS PREVENT CHILDREN FROM GETTING COVID-19
COVID-19 infection in children tends to be milder than in adults. However, some of them can develop severe lung infections, become very sick and need to be hospitalized. Complications like multisystem inflammatory syndrome could entail intensive care or long-lasting symptoms that affect the health and well-being of children.
THE VACCINE HELPS PREVENT OR REDUCE THE SPREAD OF COVID-19
Even when exhibiting no symptoms of the infection, children, like adults, can still transmit the coronavirus to those around them. The vaccine can protect the child and minimise the risk of transmission to family members and friends who may be more susceptible to serious consequences of the infection.
HE VACCINE CAN HELP RESTORE A MORE NORMAL LIFE
Vaccinated children are less likely to get infected by the coronavirus even when exposed to it. This ensures that their school attendance doesn’t suffer nor are their activities curtailed, helping them get back a semblance of the normal life they enjoyed before the pandemic struck.
THE VACCINE HELPS PROTECT THE COMMUNITY
Since every person, young or old, infected with coronavirus can transmit the virus to others, getting vaccinated helps protect the health of all those we come in contact with.
PRECAUTIONS
PRE-VACCINATION CARE
- It is advisable to consult a paediatrician before vaccination
- There should be a gap of 1 month, in case any vaccine has been taken earlier
- Give a lot of water to drink before vaccination
- The child should not be having fever or be very sick
- Inform the doctor if the child is on any medication
- Children on steroids and blood thinners should consult the paediatrician before vaccination
PRE-VACCINATION CARE
- Avoid the child getting vaccinated on empty stomach
- Don't let the child indulge in strenuous activities before vaccination
- Avoid giving over the counter pain reliever before vaccination
POST VACCINATION CARE
- Apply a clean, cool and wet cloth over the arm after the vaccination to reduce the pain
- The child should be monitored for 15 to 30 minutes for any allergic reaction that may require attention
- Commonly reported side effects that may last for 1 - 3 days, include: Pain where the shot was given | Fatigue | Headache | Chills | Muscle pain | Fever | Joint pain
