Immunizations

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• Frequently Asked Questions About Immunizations

  Immunizations have protected millions of children from potentially deadly diseases. Learn about immunizations and find out exactly what they do - and what they don't.

• Flu Center

  Learn all about protecting your family from the flu and what to do if your child gets flu-like symptoms.

• How Can I Comfort My Baby During Shots?

  Find out what the experts have to say.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Rotavirus Vaccine

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Hepatitis A Vaccine (HAV)

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Meningococcal Vaccine

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Chickenpox Vaccine

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Measles, Mumps & Rubella Vaccine (MMR)

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Influenza Vaccine

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Polio Vaccine (IPV)

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Hib Vaccine

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis Vaccine (DTaP)

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Pneumococcal Vaccines (PCV, PPSV)

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Your Child’s Immunizations: Hepatitis B Vaccine (HBV)

  Find out when and why your child needs this vaccine.

• Immunization Schedule

  Which vaccines does your child need to receive and when? Use this immunization schedule as a handy reference.

• Is the Flu Vaccine a Good Idea for Your Family?

  The flu itself generally isn't dangerous, but its complications can be. That's why it's important for you and your doctor to determine whether your family can and should get the flu vaccine.

• Too Late for the Flu Vaccine?

  The flu vaccine is usually offered between September and mid-November. Even though it's best to get it then, being vaccinated later can still help protect against the flu.

• Your Child’s Immunizations

  Immunizations protect your child from potentially fatal diseases. Find out what vaccines your child needs to grow up healthy.