Flu Vaccination

What Vaccinations Does My Child Need for School?

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Starting a new school year is always exciting! While you shop for new school supplies and winter clothes and get ready for your child’s next stepping stone in life, don’t forget about a critical part of your child’s health – vaccinations! Of late, many parents are very concerned their child will contract certain diseases or conditions from the vaccination themselves. It’s important to know that vaccines are extremely safe – they are highly monitored by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FD ... [Read More]

Pediatric Immunization Schedule

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a division of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, recommends that parents follow the official pediatric immunization schedule for their children. Following the schedule is the best way to ensure that young children are immune to dangerous diseases before they are even exposed. The pediatric immunization schedule was developed based on recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices and has been ... [Read More]

Is It Too Late For A Flu Vaccination?

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This year, the flu season in the United States has been particularly bad, with record numbers of people hospitalized from complication. Even if you or your child hasn’t managed to get a flu vaccination yet, don’t let that stop you. Although it takes a few weeks for the flu vaccine to take full effect, being immunized can still help protect you and your family. Talk with your family doctor or pediatrician about vaccinating your children and yourself, even late in the flu season. The Centers for ... [Read More]

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