That could mean a sore arm at the vaccination site, which was the most commonly reported symptom, tiredness, fever or headaches. Side effects: According to the FDA and CDC, commonly reported side effects in the clinical trial are similar to what’s been seen in adults and other vaccines recommended for children. Our digital appointment scheduler will send a reminder ahead of the appointment to ensure the second dose is administered on time. Your child’s second appointment will be scheduled at the time of the first dose. The Pfizer vaccine requires two doses, administered three weeks apart: As with adults and adolescents who have been immunized with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, children will need to receive two doses, three weeks apart to be fully vaccinated and protected. To find a COVID-19 vaccine near you, visit /covidvaccine or /pharmacy/immunizations. You can make an appointment to reserve your child’s spot in advance, or simply walk in, based on availability. Initially, supply may be limited, so check availability via the scheduler before heading to the pharmacy. Simply filter by age, and our tool will show locations administering the Pfizer vaccine in your neighborhood. I know parents have questions, so here are a few things you should know:Ĭheck availability via online scheduler: Parents and guardians can use Walmart’s digital appointment scheduler to find an available Pfizer vaccine for their kids in their communities. The FDA and CDC have carefully evaluated the safety and effectiveness data, and after a thorough review, based on strict safety and efficacy standards, they determined the vaccine is safe for children aged 5-11, at one-third of the dose used for adolescents and adults. Walmart and Sam’s Club will administer the Pfizer vaccine to eligible children ages 5 to 11 in more than 5,100 pharmacies nationwide starting later this week as supply allows. Many schools reopened this fall but have dealt with interruptions and closings because of COVID-19 outbreaks, so for many, this authorization brings a big sigh of relief. We've dealt with remote learning, hybrid learning and concerns about classroom safety. This is a positive step forward in our ongoing efforts to serve and protect our communities.Īs a parent of two school-aged kids, with a husband who teaches, I understand the daily uncertainty parents around the country have been living with.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have authorized the Pfizer vaccine for children aged 5 to 11.
BENTONVILLE, Ark., November 03, 2021-( BUSINESS WIRE)- By Lisa Smith, Senior Director of Clinical Strategy and Operations, Walmart U.S.
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