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Myocarditis (heart inflammation) and the COVID-19 vaccine

The CDC is looking into reports that a small number of adolescents and young adults developed a heart issue called myocarditis after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Why should my child get the COVID vaccine?

Dr. Alexandra Brugler Yonts explains why your child should get the COVID vaccine and answers questions about the vaccine’s risks, side effects and rumored link to infertility.

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Answers to your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine and booster for children

Now that several COVID vaccines and boosters are available, you probably have some questions about when children should get them.

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Answers to your questions about the Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine

The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is a little different from the COVID-19 vaccines created by Pfizer and Moderna.

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Supporting your child with autism during the pandemic winter

Here are some ways to support your family’s emotional health by staying active, working on independence and advocating for (new) school supports.