COVID Vaccines

*We have the MODERNA 2024/25 vaccine in stock for 6mo and older

Please call or text us for an appt: 510-652-1720

*We are only vaccinating children that are Kiwi patients

2025 FLU VACCINES ARE  ORDERED - check back late August please

Call, Text or Email us to get your appointment for the Covid Vaccine

 (510) 652-1720   text or call, choose option #4

[email protected]

 you can access your child's Covid and all Vaccines Record from the California State Registry:

California My Vaccine Record

•  Kiwi has been giving the Pfizer vaccine for kids since 11/4/21.    We gave over 1200 Pfizer Vaccine doses at Kiwi in 2021*
  

• Kiwi has been giving the Moderna and Pfizer vaccine for children 6mos to 5 years since  June 21, 2022
  

*Kiwi Pediatrics firmly believes in the benefit and safety of the Covid Vaccine for children and adults. 

How do I sign up for the COVID-19 Vaccine in California using MyTurn?

How do I find the COVID-19 Vaccine anywhere in the US? VaccineFinder.org

Vaccine Information

The currently available U.S. vaccines for children are the FDA approved mRNA vaccines Moderna (Spikevax)  and Pfizer (Comirnaty) approved for 6 months and up. 

For the  mRNA vaccines, you should get the same brand for the first two doses.   You should get a third dose (booster) for significantly improved protection either of the same vaccine or you can switch to the other vaccine. 

If you had COVID already, you can and should get the vaccine. It is believed that COVID infection can provide 1-3 months of immunity. 

If you were treated for COVID with a monoclonal antibody or antibody cocktail treatment,  you should check with your doctor first regarding when to get the vaccine. 

Allergies and the vaccine:  The only allergic reactions connected to the vaccines are for those with allergy to  Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) or Polysorbate in the vaccine.   If you have either of these allergies, you should consult with your doctor first. Everyone else with known food or medication allergies can take these vaccines but you may want to consult with your doctor/allergist. If you have allergies, you will be advised to sit for 30 minutes after the vaccine, rather than the usual 15 minutes.

How does the vaccine work? Watch this brilliant and fun video explanation by Dr. Kimberly Manning (@gradydoctor) from Grady Memorial Hospital

Myocarditis and COVID Vaccine

Myocarditis has occurred in youth, mostly males over 16 years old, mostly after the second dose of mRNA Covid vaccine, but some after the first dose. It has occurred in small numbers, but more than would be expected in the general population. Hence it is believed to be due to the mRNA vaccination.  The cases have been mostly mild and/or treatable.   The CDC has continued to recommend the vaccines because the risks of a Covid infection itself and the potential for related complications are much greater. 

KNOW the symptoms of Myocarditis and call your doctor if they occur.  The most common symptoms are: Chest Pain, Rapid Heart Rate, and /or Shortness of Breath.  The onset is typically within several days after the vaccine.

Read more here:

CDC vaccines and myocarditis

CALIFORNIA VACCINE WEBSITES BY STATE AND BY COUNTRY

RESOURCES

• City of Berkeley COVID-19 vaccine interest list
• Vaccines (covid19.ca.gov)
• COVID-19 Vaccines (California Department of Public Health)
• COVID-19 Vaccine fact sheet (California Department of Public Health)
• About the COVID-19 Vaccine (CDC)
• COVID-19 Vaccine doses shipped (California Department of Public Health)