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COVID vaccine for children: What you need to know
HEALTH
How did the FDA determine the
safety and effectiveness of the
Pfi zer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine
for use in kids ages 12 through 15?
The FDA reviewed a study of more
What COVID-19 vaccine has been
than 2,200 U.S. children ages 12 through
approved for kids?
15. Of this group, about half were given
the Pfi zer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
The U.S. Food and Drug Adminis-
The other children were given a harm-
tration (FDA) has given the Pfi zer-
BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine emergency less fake (placebo) shot.
A week after the second dose was
use authorization for children ages 12
given, research showed no cases of
through 15. The Pfi zer-BioNTech CO-
COVID-19 in the 1,005 children given
VID-19 vaccine requires two injections
the Pfi zer-BioNTech vaccine. Among 978
given 21 days apart. The second dose
children given the placebo, there were 16
can be given up to six weeks after the
cases of COVID-19. None of the children
fi rst dose, if needed.
had previously been diagnosed with
Research has shown that the Pfi zer-
COVID-19. The results suggest that the
BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is 100%
vaccine is 100% effective at preventing
effective in preventing the COVID-19
the COVID-19 virus in this age group.
virus in children ages 12 through 15.
Previous research has shown that the
What are the side effects of the
vaccine is 95% effective in preventing
Pfi zer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine
the COVID-19 virus with symptoms in for kids ages 12 through 15?
Children ages 12 through 15 given the
people age 16 and older.
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Mayo Clinic News Network
A COVID-19 vaccine is now available
to children ages 12 through 15 in the
U.S.
Pfi zer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine had
side effects similar to those experienced
by people age 16 and older. The most
commonly reported side effects include:
pain where the shot was given; fatigue;
headache; chills; muscle pain; fever; joint
pain.
Similar to adults, children have side
effects that typically last one to three
days. More adolescents reported these
side effects, except for injection site pain,
after the second dose of the vaccine.
Some people have no side effects.
After your child is given a COVID-19
vaccine, he or she will be monitored for
15 to 30 minutes to see if he or she has
a severe allergic reaction that requires
treatment.
It isn’t recommended that you give
your child an over-the-counter pain
reliever before vaccination to prevent
side effects. It’s OK to give this kind of
medication after your child gets a CO-
VID-19 vaccine.
Now, as the laudable vaccination efforts continue
throughout Eastern Oregon, it becomes increasingly
important to consider how we are supporting each other
as we start to fi nd the “new normal.” Understanding the
impacts of the pandemic and reaching out for help are
both important ways to take care of yourself, your friends
and your family.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. Lines for Life
provides free, 24-hour
crisis lines for people
“Please remember:
who are experiencing
a mental health crisis,
help is available. If
including suicidal
you are struggling, or
thoughts. There is also
know someone who
help for those who
are concerned about
is, we want you to
loved ones’ substance
know that you are not
use. You can fi nd more
alone, and you matter.
information at www.
linesforlife.org. If you
Help is here as you are
need help for an urgent
ready to reach out.”
but not immediate
matter, consider calling
the David Romprey
Warm Line at 1-800-698-2392.
Community Mental Health Programs offer an array
of behavioral health and support services in each Oregon
county. These providers have 24/7 crisis lines and mobile
crisis response teams; Eastern Oregon numbers are listed
at www.eocco.com/members/crisis-help. They also provide
support for people who are not “in crisis,” but want emo-
tional health support with any of life’s stressors.
Please remember: help is available. If you are strug-
gling, or know someone who is, we want you to know
that you are not alone, and you matter. Help is here as
you are ready to reach out. The data shows how often
mental health issues exist in our communities. Research
data also shows that treatment is very effective in help-
ing people recover from mental health issues, or live a
higher quality of life with chronic conditions. By working
together, and neutralizing the stigma of getting help, we
can have strong, healthy communities where all individu-
als are supported in achieving health, wellness and their
full potential.
We encourage you to assist us in sharing this impor-
tant message with your friends, families and neighbors
— not only during Mental Health Awareness Month, but
in the months and years ahead.
For more information, please visit www.mhanational.
org/mental-health-month.
CHICKEN
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4. Add the bread cubes to the
remaining herbed butter and
stir to coat. Stuff the buttered
cubes inside the cavity, and tie
the chicken with kitchen string
around the drumstick ends and
wings to hold its shape. Put the
chicken breast-side up in a bak-
ing pan, preferably on a rack.
Roast for 20 minutes.
5. Loosen the chicken gently
from the rack or the bottom of
the pan. Flip to expose the back
and baste with the juices. Roast
for 20 minutes more. Loosen
and fl ip so the breast faces up
again, baste with the juices and
roast until the skin is golden
brown and crackly, a fi nal 20
minutes (longer if the chicken
is more than 31/2 pounds). A
meat thermometer inserted
into the thickest part of the
thigh should register 165 de-
grees. Remove from the oven,
cover with foil and let rest 10 to
15 minutes.
6. Carve the chicken and
serve with the croutons and
cooking juices.
RAO’S FAMOUS
LEMON CHICKEN
Rao’s Famous Lemon Chicken.
1. Preheat oven to 425
degrees. Place racks in top and
bottom thirds of oven.
2. Whisk together lemon
juice, olive oil, vinegar, garlic,
oregano, salt and pepper.
Cover and refrigerate if not us-
ing within several hours. Whisk
or shake vigorously before
using.
3. Season chicken halves
with salt and pepper, place on
2 baking sheets and roast 30
minutes, turning once. Cook
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longer if using larger chickens.
4. Remove chicken from
oven and preheat broiler. With
a very sharp knife, cut each half
into 6 pieces (leg, thigh, wing,
3 small breast pieces). Pour
sauce over chicken and toss to
coat well. If necessary, divide
sauce in half and do this in 2
batches.
5. Broil 1 pan of chicken for
3 minutes. Turn each piece and
broil for an additional minute.
Keep that chicken warm while
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Yield: 6 to 8 servings
2 cups fresh lemon juice
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
2 (3 to 3 1/2 pound)
chickens, halved
1/4 cup chopped parsley
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repeating with the other pan.
6. Place chicken on serving
platter or individual plates.
Pour sauce into a heavy sauce-
pan. Stir in parsley and place
over high heat for 1 minute.
Pour sauce over chicken and
serve with lots of crusty bread
to absorb the sauce.
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