COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for children 6 months and older. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus Public Health and many local retail pharmacies in Ohio offer the pediatric vaccines.

• Learn more about pediatric vaccines from our infection disease experts
• Get more information from Nationwide Children's Hospital about the COVID-19 vaccine and children

How to schedule vaccinations for children:

Pediatric patients (typically up to the ages of 18 or 21) or their parents can contact their physicians to schedule an appointment for a pediatric COVID-19 vaccine through one of the following methods:

• Through MyChart (Parents/guardians need to have a personal MyChart account and request proxy access to be able to schedule their child.)
  • Learn how to request proxy access on the MyChart FAQ page
• Calling Ohio State’s COVID-19 vaccine hotline at 614-688-VAXX or (614-688-8299)

Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine

Do you need the vaccine if you’ve already had COVID-19?

• It’s still recommended that you get a COVID-19 vaccine even if you’ve previously been infected with COVID-19.

Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe?

• Yes. The vaccine is deemed to be safe based upon a rigorous evaluation of currently available scientific evidence. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family and other loved ones from COVID-19.

Who needs a COVID-19 booster?

• Studies show that COVID-19 vaccine protection decreases over time. A booster vaccine gives you more protection, especially against severe illness or death. To learn if you’re eligible for a booster vaccine, contact your primary care provider.

Can you get sick with COVID-19 from the vaccine?

• No, it’s not possible to get COVID-19 from any of its vaccines. The vaccines use only a part of the virus — the spike protein — which can’t cause COVID-19. Learn more from our experts.