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Chicago Area Pediatrics: COVID-19 Updates
Testing
If your child has symptoms compatible with COVID-19, please call our office at 312.227.1160 to schedule an in-person sick appointment or a telemedicine visit.
Vaccines
We offer COVID-19 vaccines for children 6 months and older at our Chicago Area Pediatrics office.
Children Age 6 Months - 4 Years
- Vaccines are available by appointment. Please call the office for availability.
Children Age 5-11
- Vaccines are available by appointment. Please call the office for availability.
Children 12+
- Vaccines are available by appointment as shipments and staffing allows. Please call the office for availability.
Boosters for Children 5-15
The CDC recommendations for boosters have been expanded to include children 12-15 years old, and third doses for immunocompromised children 5-11 years old. The timing for boosters has also changed to 5 months after the primary series. Please follow scheduling recommendations above.
Other Scheduling Resources
Lurie Children’s and Lurie Children’s Primary Care are confident in the research done on COVID-19 vaccines in children and the review process by the FDA and CDC. This ensures that only a safe and effective vaccine is given to children. If you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine for children, you may review the following resources:
- Lurie Children's COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet: English | Español
- FAQ: COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Under 12
Visitation Policy
Because the health and safety of our patients, families, visitors, and staff is of utmost importance to us and to prevent the spread of the virus causing COVID-19 illness, please note our updated visitation restrictions.
Please visit the Lurie Children’s Visiting Hours and Guidelines page for the latest guidelines for Ambulatory/Outpatient Services.
Other Resources
As CDC, state, and local recommendations regarding COVID-19 continue to evolve, we recommend using the following trusted resources for commonly asked questions:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
- City of Chicago Coronavirus Response Center
Lurie Children’s Primary Care – Chicago Area Pediatrics is here to support you and your family as we work together to help slow the spread of COVID-19. If you have further questions, please call us at 312.227.1160 or send us a MyChart message.