The Ministry of Health has answered 10 questions to the public about the vaccination against COVID-19 in children and adolescents. According to their figures, the inoculation of this group reached 53.69% and 71.16%, respectively.
Said State portfolio, as well as that of Education, coordinate the application of the first and second doses for the following age groups: from 5 to 11 years old and from 12 to 17 years old. They can approach any of the immunization points enabled in the country, such as mass sites, health centers and others.
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This occurred within the framework of the authorities’ decision on the suspension of face-to-face classes in the tax system. It is applied from Monday 10 to Friday January 14, 2022, to encourage the immunization of this population, in the country.
- From what age is the vaccine against COVID-19 accessed?
The portfolio of the branch ordered the vaccination of the inhabitants from the age of 5.
- What vaccines are applied to the infant and adolescent population?
Children between 5 and 11 years old receive the dose of Sinovac. While adolescents between 12 and 17 years old access the biological Pfizer-BioNtech.
- How many doses and in what time should they be placed?
Children receiving Sinovac should get two doses, within 28 days.
Adolescents accessing Pfizer-BioNtech must take two doses, 28 to 82 days apart.
- What requirements must they meet to access the biological?
Parents or legal representatives must come with the identity card and informed consent. For the second dose, you must include the card of the first application.
- After immunization, do children receive an immunization card or certificate?
Yes, the health personnel give the physical card. In this data, such as full names, age, identity card or identification number, vaccination point, type of vaccine, number of doses, vaccinator, batch and date of application are observed. It features the MSP logos. Later, you can download the certificate at the link: https://bit.ly/CertificadoVacunaMSP.
- What about children and adolescents with aggravating illnesses?
Boys with comorbidities or in vulnerable situations were vaccinated in priority groups.
- What reactions has the COVID-19 vaccine generated?
The adverse effects are mild. The most common is pain at the vaccination site (arm).
- Where can they get vaccinated?
Children can go to one of the vaccination points set up in the country. For more details, access the portal: https://bit.ly/CentrosSaludVacunaCOVID19.
- Do children and adolescents access the reinforcement against COVID-19?
In Ecuador, the reinforcement is applied from the age of 18. However, those who have immunosuppression can access it from the age of 12.
- When will 3- and 4-year-olds get vaccinated?
Immunization is expected to take place in February 2022. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices evaluates international information to ensure the safety of minors.
- Do children and adolescents have to present the card prior to entering places that provide non-essential services?
Yes, as of January 8, 2022, the vaccination card (two doses or complete scheme) is requested from infants from the age of 5, to access non-essential services and activities, such as child and youth entertainment centers, shows ( theaters, cinemas, circuses and stadiums), shopping centers and others.