Published:
February 9, 2022
8 weeks is a good interval for 5-11y old's second vaccine dose
We recommend that children have two doses of the vaccine 8 weeks apart because it offers:
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We recommend that children have two doses of the vaccine 8 weeks apart because it offers:
1. Protection from the first dose/strong
2. Better protection with a longer gap
3. Reduced side effects
More information can be found in the 8 week interval for 5 to 11y old vaccination resource.
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