Higher Covid-19 vaccination rates correlate with a reduction in symptomatic asthma among children, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open.
Anuradha Varanasi reports for Forbes.
In short:
- Researchers found that for every 10% increase in Covid-19 vaccination coverage, the prevalence of pediatric asthma symptoms decreased by 0.36%.
- Data from 2020-2021 showed a drop in childhood asthma symptoms from 7.77% to 6.93% compared to 2018-2019.
- The study suggests that increased community-level immunity may reduce asthma risks in children.
Key quote:
"Ongoing vaccination against COVID-19 may offer direct benefits for children with a history of asthma, but this must be confirmed with further research."
— Lakshmi Halasyamani, Chief Clinical Officer, Endeavor Health.
Why this matters:
Asthma affects 4.7 million children in the U.S., impacting their quality of life. Understanding the benefits of Covid-19 vaccination could inform public health strategies to further protect vulnerable children.
