Access to COVID-19 vaccines around the world is still unequal and that needs to change. But in the US, despite the spread of some misinformation, vaccination has continued. Excitingly, sometime this week, 12-15 year-olds are set to be approved to receive COVID-19 vaccines.

In this episode, we explore our feelings about differences in vaccination status between already-vaccinated older teens vs. younger ones and we interview biologist, Dr. Lillian Cohn to answer some questions we have about COVID-19 and the vaccine.

Here are some RESOURCES if you want to learn more about COVID-19 and the COVID-19 vaccines.

Links to Articles:

  • Articles from KidsHealth
  • FAQ from the CDC
  • Myths and Facts about the vaccine from the CDC

Some explanatory videos:

  • How COVID-19 makes you sick
  • What is a vaccine — a broad overview
  • COVID-19 Vaccine Explained by VOX