As the CDC continues to investigate cases of myocarditis and pericarditis in young people who received COVID-19 vaccines, several social media users are warning people not to risk their children’s health for a virus that they have “zero risk of dying from,” claiming that the risks of vaccination outweigh the dangers of COVID-19 in children. Although children and young people have a much lower chance than adults of dying from COVID-19, they can still develop severe illness with potentially long-term impacts. Children can also still transmit the virus to high-risk individuals and play a role in spreading COVID-19 variants. So far, cases of myocarditis and pericarditis in vaccinated individuals have been rare and mostly mild. In a demonstration of its commitment to closely monitoring and ensuring the safety and efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccines, the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will hold a meeting to evaluate and discuss the issue on June 18.
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CDC’s recent reporting of a limited number of cases of heart inflammation in children following COVID-19 vaccination has caused widespread concern and information seeking. Organizations are recommended to directly address this understandable concern, and to update informational and educational materials accordingly. Helpful talking points can be found here. An upcoming webinar on COVID-19 Vaccination and Children on June 23rd at 1pm ET might also be helpful. Fact Checking Source(s): politifact.com, cdc.gov, aap.org
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