Chickenpox is a condition that develops due to an infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. The condition is highly contagious, and the only way to protect yourself from catching it is through vaccinations. Every child should be vaccinated against chickenpox. Chickenpox is characterized by an itchy rash that may cover the entire body. It is spread through droplets of bodily liquid or direct skin contact with a person who is infected. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... [Read More]
Vaccinations
Why Vaccinating Children Is Important
Decades ago, a group of people decided that they would not vaccinate their children. These people believed that vaccinations cause autism, cause sterility, contain mercury, or don’t actually protect the children from any serious illness. This movement continues to grow among parents, and they are often called “the anti-vaxxers.” They believe that vaccinations are simply a way for the medical establishment to promote scare tactics into forcing children to have unnecessary shots. However, ... [Read More]
What Vaccinations Does My Child Need for School?
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 ... [Read More]