Childhood Vaccinations: Tips & Advice on Immunizations for Kids

Child Immunization Must-Knows

The Four Types of Vaccines
How Vaccines Fight Disease
How Well Do Vaccines Work?

The Vaccine Debate

Why Vaccines Are Crucial for Kids
Why Child Immunization Is Controversial

Common Vaccines

The hepatitis B vaccine is given at birth, and as your child grows up, he can receive the rotavirus, DTap series, Hib, pneumococcal (PCV), the inactivated poliovirus, MMR, varicella, hepatitis A and meningococcal vaccines.

Who Should NOT Receive the MMR Vaccine
The MMR and Varicella Vaccine

Vaccine Myths

Myth: They're Not Safe
Myth: They Cause Autism
Myth: They Overwhelm Kids' Immune Systems
Myth: Nursing Protects Kids Against Diseases
Myth: Vaccines Don't Work

More Myths

Myth: Vaccines Shouldn't Be Combined
Myth: Vaccines Prevent Spread of Diseases in U.S.

The Recommended Vaccine Schedule

See when experts say children should get each shot.

Why Stick to the Schedule?
Pros and Cons of Going Off The Plan
When Flexibility is OK
Catching Up on Missed Shots
Vaccines for Older Kids and Teens

What’s Your Vaccine IQ?

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The HPV Vaccine

Here’s why all children should get it

30%
The percentage of kids who don't get all the vaccines they need
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Childhood Vaccine Q&As

HealthyWomen	Q	Should my child have vaccinations?
HealthyWomen	A	In our global world, it's important for all children to have vaccinations. Each year, about 60 people in the United States contract measles . . . Read More