From next week, September 20th, all Norwegian teenagers between 12 and 15 years old will be able to get one shot of the vaccine against COVID-19. Mainly Pfizer.
It has already started in Stavanger municipality since yesterday, Friday 17th. In Stavanger, the vaccination takes place at Stavanger Forum, the same place as adults get the vaccine. More information here.
Why only one shot?
According to the chief physician at the National Institute of Public Health, Margrethe Greve-Isdahl, the priority is to prevent teenagers from being seriously sick from corona virus. One shot is enough for this purpose, according to them.
Two doses would be better to prevent spreading of the virus. However, that’s not priority. In order to make this decision, specialists also weighed possible side effects of the vaccine on teenagers. That’s why Norway has decided to go on the safe side.
Studies show that the vaccine against COVID-19 will most likely protect the youngsters in a major level than us adults.
The main reason for Norway to vaccinate the youngsters is to protect them from getting seriously ill.
Another concern is about isolation and its psychological negative effects on the teenagers.
In my opinion, it’s a good idea to give them vaccine.
Latest updates on vaccination against COVID-19 in Norway
Fully vaccinated: 66,4%
It’s a total of 3,54 million people.
Other updates:
Fully vaccinated travelers with a verified EU certificate can enter Norway and they don’t need to take test nor quarantine.
From September 12th, family members from outside EU and EØS can visit Norwegian residents. Boyfriends and girlfriends to Norwegian residents can apply for a visit visa. Check udi.no
Restaurants and bars close doors at midnight.
Small parties at home are allowed for no more than 20 people. According to the government’s official website, fully vaccinated don’t have to be counted.
Mandatory use of masks in public transportation and public places.
Take care. Continue to wear masks. Continue to keep 1-meter distance.
The pandemic is not over yet, but together, we’ll get there.
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I think that these measures from the government are really good.
Excelente providência.