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WHAT DISEASES DO VACCINES PREVENT? History of the Vaccine Smallpox Evidence shows that the Chinese used smallpox inoculation (giving someone a small dose of the virus) as early as 1000. There is also evidence of this in Africa and Turkey. In 1796, British doctor Edward Jenner noticed that dairymaids who had a mild case of cowpox virus did not get smallpox. Dr. Jenner took a small amount of fluid from an active cowpox sore, scratched it onto a boy’s arm and then exposed him to ... [Read More]
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Safe and Effective Disease Prevention How to help your child with Vaccines Babies A pacifier may help your baby tolerate vaccines better. You can also sooth, stroke, or rock your baby right after. Also holding your baby on your lap during vaccines can be comforting Young Children Young children can also be soothed by touches, hugs, and rocking. You can also sing songs, tell them a story and give them a tight hug during the vaccines. Older Children Older children can try ... [Read More]
Is It Too Late For A Flu Vaccination?
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 ... [Read More]
