“In the 0-18 age group, 27 children have died, there have been over 300 hospitalizations. This is already an important reason for vaccination”. Professor Franco Locatelli, coordinator of the CTS, in In Onda thus answers the question about the statements of some politicians, according to which the vaccine against covid for young people is not necessary.
“For the age group between 12 and 18 there is a vaccine approved after stringent tests. Are vaccines experimental? Absolutely not. No step has been skipped. Vaccines have changed the history of an extraordinary number of diseases. it is a fear of treatment: fear is part of each of us and must be respected, the doctor has the duty to face fears, anxieties and uncertainties. He can only do it through dialogue. On the other hand, what do we know about the long-term effects of covid? “, Locatelli says, explaining that” two doses offer more than 97% protection from severe forms of the disease. We have data that the protection lasts 9 months, but it could also last for a longer period. We do not know if and when it will be necessary, it is premature to talk about it. We will gradually accumulate data that will be analyzed and interpreted “.
The focus shifts to young people: “We need to provide information and education, in particular we need to talk to young people. In the 0-18 year range, 27 children have died, there have been over 300 hospitalizations. This is already an important reason for vaccinating. It is essential to vaccinate to promote the socialization of children, their presence at school and to reduce viral circulation. School is a priority. Must it start again in presence? Absolutely yes “.