Here's what high schoolers think about getting the vaccine
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With all states having opened, or announced when they will open, COVID-19 vaccination eligibility to residents ages 16 and up, teenagers are among the latest groups vying to get a shot.
Children tend to have mild cases of COVID-19, though some have gotten seriously ill and died from the virus, so getting vaccinated can help protect them. Vaccinating younger populations will also be key in reaching herd immunity and limiting the spread of the virus, experts said. Michigan's recent COVID-19 surge has in part been fueled by outbreaks among school sports teams and a high case rate among those ages 10 to 19, health officials said.