importance of immunizing children from 5 to 11 years old with the Corona vaccine

Family Medicine and Allergy Consultant, Dr. Khaled Obaid Bawaked, stressed the importance of the role of parents in positive interaction with the Ministry of Health’s direction to immunize the age group of “5-11” with the Corona vaccine, according to priority for groups suffering from cases that may make them more vulnerable to complications from the virus.

He said that the importance of immunization lies in four important points Which

Prevention of the main virus “Covid 19” and the strains and mutants that result from it.

Strengthening children’s immunity against diseases, specifically viruses, whether corona or seasonal flu It is known that children and the elderly are among the groups with weak immunity, and therefore it is important to immunize them.

The activity of the Corona virus continues to date in all countries of the world, despite the campaign of vaccinations and immunizations for members of all societies Giving children vaccination is an absolute necessity to prevent the presence of any gaps that penetrate through the virus and continue its activity.

Young children are more in contact with others in society, and therefore immunization enhances preventive protection more.

"Bawaked" indicated that the access of children at the age of five and above to the "Covid 19" vaccine also helps to participate safely in sports and other group activities.

He said: The category of young children, adolescents and adolescents is one of the most mobile and active groups in societies and leaves the home for the motives of study or recreational activities, and therefore preventive immunizations protect them, God willing, from disease or its complications.

Bawaked added that the results of global clinical studies indicated that the vaccine is safe, and has actually given a strong immune response to children between the ages of 5 and 11 years, in countries that have started immunizing this group.

He pointed out that this will contribute to accelerating the recovery process in the countries of the world and protecting societies, noting the proactive approach of countries to support the return to normal life and attention to the health and safety of every member of society.