{"id":111593,"date":"2021-11-03T10:00:11","date_gmt":"2021-11-03T14:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/?p=111593"},"modified":"2025-10-24T00:11:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T04:11:25","slug":"hoosiers-ages-5-to-11-now-eligible-for-covid-19-vaccine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aroundfortwayne.com\/news\/2021\/11\/03\/hoosiers-ages-5-to-11-now-eligible-for-covid-19-vaccine\/","title":{"rendered":"Hoosiers ages 5 to 11 now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Today, the ISDH announced that Hoosiers ages 5 to 11 are now eligible for a free COVID-19 vaccine following Tuesday\u2019s authorization of the pediatric vaccine by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.<\/p>\n

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Indiana State Department of Health news release:<\/p>\n

Hoosiers ages 5-11 now eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccine<\/strong><\/p>\n

Indianapolis, Indiana (November 3, 2021) \u2014 The Indiana Department of Health announced today that Hoosiers ages 5 to 11 are now eligible for a free COVID-19 vaccine following Tuesday\u2019s authorization of the pediatric vaccine by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Pfizer vaccine is the only COVID-19 vaccine that is currently authorized for use in individuals under age 18.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving a COVID-19 vaccine available to our younger Hoosiers is a game changer in terms of our efforts to keep children healthy and in school for in-person learning,\u201d said State Health Commissioner Kris Box, M.D., FACOG. \u201cFully vaccinated individuals do not have to quarantine if they are exposed but have no symptoms, so I encourage parents to get their children vaccinated if they are eligible.\u201d<\/p>\n

The pediatric vaccine will be available on a walk-in basis from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the vaccination clinic outside the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 4551 W. 16th St., Indianapolis. Additional locations will be updated throughout the day at https:\/\/www.coronavirus.in.gov\/vaccine\/<\/a>. Beginning at 8 a.m. Thursday, parents who wish to schedule an appointment for their child to receive the vaccine can do so at https:\/\/www.coronavirus.in.gov\/vaccine\/<\/a> or by calling 2-1-1 or (866) 211-9966 for assistance. Please note that 2-1-1 cannot make appointments until Thursday.<\/p>\n

Pediatric vaccine supplies may be limited initially as shipments arrive on a staggered basis. Individuals are encouraged to make an appointment or call ahead to ensure that a site has vaccine available prior to visiting the location. A parent or guardian must provide consent, and children under 16 must be accompanied to the vaccination appointment by an adult.<\/p>\n

The pediatric dose of Pfizer is lower than the dosage for ages 12 and older, so parents should ensure they visit a site that carries the pediatric dosage. To find these clinics, visit https:\/\/www.coronavirus.in.gov\/vaccine\/<\/a> beginning Thursday and look for the pin designating sites with pediatric vaccine.<\/p>\n

As of Wednesday, a total of 7,133,806 doses have been administered in Indiana. This includes 3,344,763 first doses and 414,620 booster doses. A total of 3,374,423 individuals are fully vaccinated.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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COVID-19 World Wide Web Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Allen County Department of Health COVID-19 Guidance and Local Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/ul>\n

  • Take the Shot FAQ sheet from the Allen County Department of Health<\/a><\/li>\n
  • Home Care Isolation Guidances<\/a><\/li>\n
  • COVID-19 Employee Illness Recomendations<\/a><\/li>\n

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  • Allen County Department of Health information and stats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    State of Indiana Web Resources<\/strong>:<\/p>\n