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Are covid vaccines safe for 74 years old?

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

COVID vaccine: Yes, COVID vaccine is safe for elderly, 65 yrs old and up. CDC recommends to prioritize vaccinations to this age group, as they are higher risk for severe disease, hospitalization and complications.

Answered 2/22/2021

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: They are strongly recommended based on age and best to further comment would be your main doc based on your known conditions and current treatment.

Answered 2/23/2021

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes! COVID-19 vaccine is available, safe, and found to be effective for children 6 months and older and adults. In the US it is emergency use authorized for 6 months and up and fully authorized for 16 years of age and up. I encourage everyone who is eligible to be vaccinated and boosted!

Answered 7/2/2022

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