When Shouldyou Take a Baby to the Dr After Shots

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Vaccine Information

Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Update

January 6, 2022

Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2022, Johns Hopkins Medicine will offer boosters for individuals ages 12–15 who received their second dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at least five months ago.

Additional doses for children ages 5–11 who are immunosuppressed and received their second dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at least 28 days ago will be available starting Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022. Children ages 5–11 who are fully vaccinated and are not immunosuppressed are not authorized for a booster at this time.

Patients and proxies for eligible pediatric patients will be able to schedule a booster or additional dose appointment using MyChart.

Boosters will be available at our mobile vaccination clinics starting Jan. 11, 2022. A parent or guardian must accompany any person under the age of 18 to the vaccine clinic and sign the COVID-19 vaccine consent form. Johns Hopkins Medicine will not administer a COVID-19 vaccine or booster to children ages 5–17 who are not accompanied by a parent or guardian and who do not have a signed consent form.

See more about pediatric vaccinations.

COVID-19 Vaccine: What Parents Need to Know

As the first COVID-19 vaccines are authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, you might be wondering how and when to have your children vaccinated against the coronavirus. This article, featuring Johns Hopkins Children's Center and Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital infectious diseases specialists, provides some answers. All of Johns Hopkins Medicine's vaccine information can be found here.

Tip Sheet: Making COVID-19 Vaccine Shots Easier on Children

M-Irfan Suleman, director of pediatric chronic pain interventional management at Johns Hopkins Children's Center and medical director of the multidisciplinary pediatric pain rehabilitation clinic at the Kennedy Krieger Institute, suggests ways to ease stress for children during COVID-19 vaccinations.

The COVID-19 Vaccine: A Guide for Teens

How it works, how to cope and myths vs. facts about the COVID-19 vaccine

Testing Information

Updated: December 24, 2021

Due to the rapid spread of COVID-19 in the community, Johns Hopkins Medicine is only offering COVID-19 testing appointments to patients who have a provider's order, have symptoms of COVID-19, or have a scheduled procedure or surgery at one of our locations.

Patients who are asymptomatic but are seeking a test due to recent exposure, and patients who need a test for travel, work or school requirements, are urged to get a test through another resource, such as a home testing kit or at a retail pharmacy, or a locally run testing facility.

Does Your Child Need a COVID Test? Here's What to Do

If you think your child has COVID-19 or has been exposed to someone who has, it's important to get a COVID-19 test. Here's what you should know about COVID-19 testing.

Returning to School

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Returning to School Safely | Sept. 6, 2021

Infectious disease specialists Allison Agwu and Aaron Milstone discuss what parents need to know to ease their kids into returning to school.

Preparing to Return | March 8, 2021

Pediatrician Kate Connor offers tips about what parents should consider when sending their child back to the school building.

The Johns Hopkins Consortium for School-Based Health Solutions has assembled answers to many frequently asked questions. Also available in Spanish.

Kennedy Krieger Institute's Post COVID-19 Clinic

Our partners at Kennedy Krieger Institute have created a Pediatric Post COVID-19 Rehabilitation Clinic for children and adolescents who have recovered from COVID-19 but need additional support to regain lost neurological and physical functioning as a result of the illness.

Hospital Resources

Visitor Policy

See our policies for patients having surgery or a procedure, outpatient visits, inpatient and Emergency Department visits, intensive care units, general care units and patients with COVID-19.

Pediatric Surgery During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Has a doctor recommended surgery for your child? As a parent, you may have concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic and whether it is OK to proceed with your child's procedure. In this article, Pediatric Surgeon-in-Chief David Hackam discusses why it's important for children to get the care they need during the pandemic. In this video, our surgery care team shows children and families the changes put in place to ensure your child's safety during COVID-19.

How We Are Keeping Your Family Safe

We here to make sure your child gets the care they need. Many times, a face-to-face telemedicine visit from the comfort of your home is all your child may need. Other times, an in-person visit is best, and we'll make sure it's safe and convenient. Learn more and how to schedule an appointment.

Patient and Family Resources

Articles and Information for Caregivers

Articles from experts across Johns Hopkins Medicine, including a hand-washing infographic, for parents and caregivers.

Resources for Kids and Families

Sharable resources, including videos and an activity book, created by Johns Hopkins Children's Center Child Life specialists and others for children and caregivers affected by COVID-19. Available in English, Spanish and Arabic.

Community Resources

Helping families connect to community resources is critical to our mission.

Virtual Town Halls

View our series of virtual town halls from Johns Hopkins Children's Center experts about the state of care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Talking Points for Pediatric Clinicians and Families

Talking points about COVID-19 for clinicians to share with families. Also available in Spanish.

Videos

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Everyday Heroes | Essential Hospital Workers

Essential workers are heroes, but to some of us they're family! We explore how essential workers are staying safe at Johns Hopkins Children's Center.

COVID-19: A Child's Perspective

Pediatrician Rachel Thornton and pediatric psychiatrist Hal Kronsberg discuss symptoms of COVID-19 and strategies to talk about COVID with children and adolescents.

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The generosity of our Hopkins community helps us to support COVID-19 patient care and research, including things like hospital supplies, protective gear and respiratory equipment. Select "COVID-19 Pediatrics" from the pull-down menu to donate to the pediatric effort.

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When Shouldyou Take a Baby to the Dr After Shots

Source: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/coronavirus/routine-vaccinations-wellness-visits-for-babies-and-kids-during-coronavirus-pandemic