What Did the COVID-19 Vaccine Trials in Kids Show?
Dr. Paul Offit explains the results of the COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials in kids and why vaccination of the 5 to 11 age group is safe and important.
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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy Discharge Instructions
This video reviews important information that families should know when preparing for a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy.
Pediatricians Discuss Vaccines, Pregnancy, Development & Autism
Watch Dr. Paul Offit, Director of the Vaccine Education Center, and Dr. Ripudaman Minhas, a developmental pediatrician, discuss common questions related to vaccines and development, including autism, vaccination during pregnancy, long-term risks, impact on the developing nervous system, and whether to delay pregnancy after vaccination.
Preparing Your Child for Their Endoscopy and Colonoscopy
This short animation will help you and your child prepare for your upcoming endoscopy and colonoscopy visit with CHOP. It will help your child know what to expect on the day of their appointment, who and what they will see, and what will happen before, during, and after their visit.
Preparing Your Child for Their Colonoscopy
This short animation will help you and your child prepare for your upcoming colonoscopy visit with CHOP. It will help your child know what to expect on the day of their appointment, who and what they will see, and what will happen before, during, and after their visit.
What Side Effects Should I Expect after Getting Vaccinated?
Dr. Offit discusses common side effects of vaccines and what they mean.
Why Is Aluminum in Vaccines? Isn’t It Dangerous?
Dr. Paul Offit explains why aluminum is in vaccines, how it helps, where else we are exposed to it, and when it is a problem. He also addresses concerns related to the injection versus ingestion of aluminum.
Is the HPV Vaccine Safe?
Ever since the HPV vaccine was licensed for use in the United States in 2006, people have wondered whether it is safe. In this short video, Dr. Offit describes what we knew about human papillomavirus and the HPV vaccine when it was licensed and what we have since learned.
Wouldn’t It Be Better for My Child to Get These Diseases Naturally?
Dr. Paul Offit explains the difference between immunity following natural infection vs. vaccination and why vaccines are the safer choice.
Why Are Fetal Cells Used to Make Vaccines?
Dr. Paul Offit explains why fetal cells were used to make some vaccines and addresses religious concerns related to their use.