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Vaccines

How Vaccines Help: Common Questions

Vaccines help protect kids from certain diseases. Learn what vaccines are, how they work, and why they’re safe.

Meningococcal Vaccines for Kids & Teens

Meningococcal vaccines protect against meningococcal disease. Learn how these immunizations work and when your child needs them.

Polio Vaccines (IPV, OPV) for Kids

The polio vaccine protects kids against polio infection. Learn how this immunization works and when children need it.

The COVID-19 Vaccine (Topic Center)

Questions about the COVID-19 vaccine? Find answers here!

Vaccine Safety: Common Questions

Vaccines are one of the best and safest ways to help keep kids from getting diseases. Learn why doctors recommend vaccines.

Vaccine Schedule: Vaccines for Children by Age

This childhood vaccine schedule can show you which vaccines (immunizations) kids need and at what age.

Vaccines & Antibiotics: A Safe Combo?

For most kids, taking antibiotics for a mild illness shouldn't keep them from getting their vaccines on schedule.

Vaccines & Your Child: Common Questions

Getting vaccines helps keep your child safe as well as other people. Find answers to common vaccine questions.

Vaccines and Cochlear Implants

Children with cochlear implants have a higher risk than other kids of getting some types of bacterial meningitis. Vaccines can help protect them.

Your Child's Vaccines

Vaccines protect kids from many dangerous diseases. Find out what vaccines your child needs to grow up healthy.