Youth Resources

  • COVID-19 Vaccines for Children and Teens (CDC) Provides information about the benefits of COVID-19 vaccines for adolescents aged 12 and older, how to find a vaccination provider for adolescents, and what to expect during and after vaccination. 
  • COVID-19 Vaccines for Preteens and Teens (CDC) A printable fact sheet for parents that explains the benefits of a COVID-19 vaccine for their children, safety information, and what to expect during and after vaccination. 
  • Two new FAQs (CDC) have been posted to address questions about the safety and benefits of COVID-19 vaccination for adolescents aged 12 and older.
  • Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for People Under 18 Years Old (MDH 2-page flyer)
  • Myth-buster about menstrual cycles: Your menstrual cycle cannot be affected by being near someone who received a COVID-19 vaccine. This question and answer (CDC) explains why. 
  • Myth-buster about infertility: It is safe for people who would like to have a baby one day to get a COVID-19 vaccine. This question and answer (CDC) explains why.
  • Pediatric toolkit: The Pediatric Healthcare Professionals COVID-19 Vaccination Toolkit (CDC) provides materials to help healthcare providers give parents clear and accurate information about COVID-19 vaccines. The toolkit includes answers to common questions, an explanation of how mRNA vaccines work, and printable materials to give to parents. 
  • FAQs about consent for minors: FAQs (CDC) have been posted on the Pfizer-BioNTech product page for providers with information about consent,  prescreening questions, and other issues related to the vaccination of minors.   
  • Sample patient letter: Healthcare providers can customize and send this sample letter (CDC) to encourage their patients to get a COVID-19 vaccine. It includes the new recommendation that everyone aged 12 and up get a COVID-19 vaccination. 
  • Recipient education page: The Vaccine Recipient Education (CDC) Updated to include resources about COVID-19 vaccination for adolescents.