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Immunizations

What Is Herd Immunity?

Herd immunity is when many people are immune to a contagious infection, so it's harder for that infection to spread in a community. But does it have a role in the fight against COVID-19?

Who Should Get the Flu Vaccine?

The flu vaccine is a good idea for all families. It does not cause the flu, and it helps keep kids and parents from getting sick.

Your Child's Vaccines

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

Your Child's Vaccines: Chickenpox Vaccine

Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

Your Child's Vaccines: Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis Vaccine (DTaP)

Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

Your Child's Vaccines: Hepatitis A Vaccine (HepA)

Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

Your Child's Vaccines: Hepatitis B Vaccine (HepB)

Find out when and why your child needs this vaccine.

Your Child's Vaccines: Hib Vaccine

Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

Your Child's Vaccines: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine

Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

Your Child's Vaccines: Influenza Vaccine (Flu Shot)

Find out when and why kids need to get the flu vaccine.