Why some parents want their kids vaccinated against COVID — and some don't

CPR News | By Jenny Brundin

Published October 27, 2021 at 4:28 PM EDT

Authorization of COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 5-11 has many kids, parents and teachers eagerly anticipating shots and perhaps slightly more normal lives. Colorado Public Radio's Jenny Brundin reports.

Jenny Brundin

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