COVID-19 VACCINE
Please note that at this time, with rare exceptions, COVID vaccines are not available nationwide until the updated 2024 vaccines are released this fall.
COVID-19 VACCINE FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
Some colleges and universities are requiring students to have COVID-19 vaccinations to return to campus, or to provide a medical waiver signed by a physician stating that there is a medical reason that the student should not receive the COVID vaccination.
Farrell Pediatrics encourages all eligible young people to get vaccinated against COVID-19, and our pediatricians are available to discuss any concerns a patient or parent may have regarding the vaccine. If a teen qualifies for a medical waiver based on published FDA and CDC guidance, it will be provided.
At this time, medical exemptions will be limited to those who:
- Had a severe allergic reaction to the first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, or
- Had a severe allergic reaction to any ingredient of the vaccine.
If parent or patient does not want to receive the vaccine, but there is not a medical exemption, it will be necessary for the parent to direct all concerns to the university requiring the vaccine.
VISITOR POLICY
In light of current Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns, we ask that:
- Each sick patient be accompanied by only 1 adult unless absolutely necessary
- Exceptions may be made for newborns, well child checks, and consult appointments, assuming that each adult themself feels physically well (see below)
- Unless they are being seen in the office, no additional children be brought into the office unless absolutely necessary
If a patient’s parent/guardian is themself feeling unwell, please have a family member without symptoms of illness bring the child into the office- If this is not possible, please let our staff know when making the appointment so that we can take appropriate precautionary measures if needed
CAR-TO-ROOM OPTION
When you have arrived to our parking lot, it is necessary for you to call the front desk when you arrive and they will text you when your room is available to eliminate time spent in our waiting room.
RETURNING TO SPORTS AFTER COVID
Some children with COVID-19 develop issues with their heart that can make exercise dangerous. Click the button below for what you need to know about your child returning to sports after COVID.
RESOURCES
We’ve put together a list of helpful resources for our patients and their families on the topic of COVID-19. Click on the button below to access information and advice on maintaining your children’s health, wellness, and education during the pandemic.
A NOTE ON PEDIATRIC MULTISYSTEM INFLAMMATORY DISEASE (ALSO KNOWN AS PMIS OR MIS-C)
Although, Pediatric Multisystem Inflammatory Disease related to COVID is being heavily reported in the press, in actuality this is a very rare condition that affected a small minority of children with COVID-19. However, please be assured, your child’s pediatricians (we) are very aware of the condition and are staying up to date on how to recognize its signs and symptoms. Thankfully, it is responsive to treatment, unlike COVID in many adults.