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Does the COVID-19 vaccine affect puberty or future fertility?

Pediatrician Rhea Boyd, MD, MPH explains that the COVID-19 vaccines will not affect puberty or future fertility.

Children 5 and older are eligible to get a COVID vaccine. Clinical trials are ongoing for younger children.

THE CONVERSATION / LA CONVERSACIÓN #BetweenUsAboutUs addresses questions about the COVID-19 vaccine for children with FAQ videos featuring pediatricians and other experts. The latest installment of the campaign is produced by KFF (Kaiser Family Foundation) under its Greater Than COVID public information response and is presented with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

For more information go to: http://www.BetweenUsAboutUs.org.

Find a COVID vaccine location near you at http://vaccines.gov. You can also text your ZIP code to GETVAX (438829).

The #COVID #vaccines are FREE to everyone in the U.S. who is 5+ years of age, regardless of insurance or immigration status.

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This information is shared for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. The views expressed are those of the featured medical professional and reflect information available to that professional at time of filming (November 5, 2021). Always consult a health care provider for any personal health decisions. #GreaterThanCOVID

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