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Q&A: COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 12 to 15 | NHS

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We asked GP Doctor Ellie Cannon to answer some common questions about the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine for children aged 12 to 15.

The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. One dose is being offered to children aged 12 to 15 to give them the best protection against COVID-19.

Find out more and book now at https://www.nhs.uk/Covid-Vaccine-Children

0:00-0:13 Intro
0:13-1:01 Why does my child need a vaccine?
1:02-2:26 What are the risks if my child gets the vaccine?
2:27-3:57 Is it safe?
3:58-4:20 My child has had Covid, do they still need to get the Vaccine?
4:21-5:40 How does my child get the vaccine?