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Immunizations

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 IBD

Vaccines are safe to give to kids and teens with IBD and won't make their symptoms worse. Here are the ones they need.

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. Learn more.

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, Tdap)

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