Infections > Immunizations

• Does the Seasonal Flu Shot Protect Against H1N1 Flu?
  Find out what the experts have to say.
• Flu Center
  Learn all about protecting your family from the flu and what to do if your child gets flu-like symptoms.
• 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.
• 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 a Flu Shot?
  The flu vaccine is usually offered between September and mid-November. Even though it's ideal to get vaccinated early, the flu shot can still be helpful later.
• Your Child's Immunizations
  Immunizations protect your child from potentially fatal diseases. Find out what vaccines your child needs to grow up healthy.
• Your Child's Immunizations: Chickenpox 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: Hepatitis A Vaccine (HAV)
  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.
• Your Child's Immunizations: Hib Vaccine
  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: Measles, Mumps & Rubella Vaccine (MMR)
  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.
• Your Child's Immunizations: Meningococcal Vaccine (MCV4)
  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: Polio Vaccine (IPV)
  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.

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