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At Community, we are here to help you get answers about vaccines that are available for you and your family. We know that choosing what’s best can be tough, and that’s why our Vaccine Resource Center is here for you!
On this page you can find simple, trustworthy information to answer your questions about vaccines and how they keep us healthy. Our goal is to help you feel confident in making decisions about your health and the health of your family. Explore this center to find helpful resources and support.
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Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
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Rotavirus (RV Vaccine)
Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 or 3 doses of the RV vaccine (depending on the brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose by 4 months old and the third dose (if needed) by 6 months old. The vaccine is a liquid that is swallowed.
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Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
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Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
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Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Rotavirus (RV Vaccine)
Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 or 3 doses of the RV vaccine (depending on the brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose by 4 months old and the third dose (if needed) by 6 months old. The vaccine is a liquid that is swallowed.
Click here for more information
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
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Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
Click here for more information
Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
Click here for more information
Rotavirus (RV Vaccine)
Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 or 3 doses of the RV vaccine (depending on the brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose by 4 months old and the third dose (if needed) by 6 months old. The vaccine is a liquid that is swallowed.
Click here for more information
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
Click here for more information
Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
Click here for more information
Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
Click here for more information
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
Click here for more information
Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
Click here for more information
Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
Click here for more information
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR Vaccine)
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella are very contagious viruses that can cause serious illness. You can protect your child against all three viruses by making sure they get 2 doses of the MMR vaccine starting with the first dose at 12 to 18 months of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age.
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Chickenpox (Varicella Vaccine)
Chickenpox is a disease caused by the varicella virus that may cause very itchy blisters and sores all over the body. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Varicella vaccine starting with the first dose between 12 and 15 months old and the second dose between 4 to 6 years old.
Click here for more information
Hepatitis A (Hep A Vaccine)
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. The virus is found in the feces (poop) of infected people. Two doses of hepatitis A vaccine are recommended for all children and should be separated by 6 months. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Hep A Vaccine starting with the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose between 18 to 23 months old.
Click here for more information
Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
Click here for more information
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
Click here for more information:
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
Click here for more information
Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
Click here for more information
Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
Click here for more information
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR Vaccine)
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella are very contagious viruses that can cause serious illness. You can protect your child against all three viruses by making sure they get 2 doses of the MMR vaccine starting with the first dose at 12 to 18 months of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age.
Click here for more information:
Chickenpox (Varicella Vaccine)
Chickenpox is a disease caused by the varicella virus that may cause very itchy blisters and sores all over the body. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Varicella vaccine starting with the first dose between 12 and 15 months old and the second dose between 4 to 6 years old.
Click here for more information
Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
Click here for more information
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
Click here for more information:
Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
Click here for more information
Hepatitis A (Hep A Vaccine)
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. The virus is found in the feces (poop) of infected people. Two doses of hepatitis A vaccine are recommended for all children and should be separated by 6 months. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Hep A Vaccine starting with the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose between 18 to 23 months old.
Click here for more information
Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis A (Hep A Vaccine)
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. The virus is found in the feces (poop) of infected people. Two doses of hepatitis A vaccine are recommended for all children and should be separated by 6 months. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Hep A Vaccine starting with the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose between 18 to 23 months old.
Click here for more information
Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
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Visit our Assistance page for help scheduling appointments and rides.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV Vaccine)
HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV Vaccine)
HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Meningococcal disease (MenACWY and MenB Vaccines)
Meningococcal disease is a life-threatening illness caused by bacteria that infect the blood, brain, and spinal cord. It is one of the most serious causes of meningitis.
Preteens and teens should get 2 doses of the MenACWY vaccine starting with the first dose between the ages of 11 and 12 and the second dose booster at 16 years old.
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Tetanus, diphtheria & acellular pertussis (TDaP vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. Adolescents should receive 1 dose of Tdap between the ages of 11 to 12.
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV Vaccine)
HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Meningococcal disease (MenACWY and MenB Vaccines)
Meningococcal disease is a life-threatening illness caused by bacteria that infect the blood, brain, and spinal cord. It is one of the most serious causes of meningitis.
Preteens and teens should get 2 doses of the MenACWY vaccine starting with the first dose between the ages of 11 and 12 and the second dose booster at 16 years old.
Click here for more information
Tetanus, diphtheria & acellular pertussis (TDaP vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. Adolescents should receive 1 dose of Tdap between the ages of 11 to 12.
Click here for more information:
Human Papillomavirus (HPV Vaccine)
HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
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Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 or 3 doses of the RV vaccine (depending on the brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose by 4 months old and the third dose (if needed) by 6 months old. The vaccine is a liquid that is swallowed.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
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Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella are very contagious viruses that can cause serious illness. You can protect your child against all three viruses by making sure they get 2 doses of the MMR vaccine starting with the first dose at 12 to 18 months of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
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Chickenpox is a disease caused by the varicella virus that may cause very itchy blisters and sores all over the body. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Varicella vaccine starting with the first dose between 12 and 15 months old and the second dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. The virus is found in the feces (poop) of infected people. Two doses of hepatitis A vaccine are recommended for all children and should be separated by 6 months. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Hep A Vaccine starting with the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose between 18 to 23 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Print a Schedule to Take to Your Child’s Pediatrician >
Visit our Assistance page for help scheduling appointments and rides.
Meningococcal disease is a life-threatening illness caused by bacteria that infect the blood, brain, and spinal cord. It is one of the most serious causes of meningitis.
Preteens and teens should get 2 doses of the MenACWY vaccine starting with the first dose between the ages of 11 and 12 and the second dose booster at 16 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. Adolescents should receive 1 dose of Tdap between the ages of 11 to 12.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
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HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Visit our Assistance page for help scheduling appointments and rides.
Fact: This cannot happen, as flu shots contain inactivated versions of the virus, or only have a single protein from the virus. Some people may experience flu-like symptoms after the flu shot because…
Fact: There is no evidence to link vaccines to autism or SIDS. The original study that sparked this controversy was retracted, as it used falsified information. In fact, there are numerous large-scale studies proving that certain vaccines, such as the MMR vaccine, do not increase risk for autism.
Source: Mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/autism-vaccine-link-debunked
Fact: Herd immunity happens when enough people are vaccinated to protect against an outbreak of a disease. If less people start getting vaccinated, herd immunity can disappear. It is also important to protect those who cannot get vaccinated for health reasons (immunocompromised, pregnant, etc.)
Fact: The amount of substances contained within vaccines are lower than what we are exposed to in the natural environment. Any substance can be dangerous depending on the amount, even water. Vaccines are closely studied and monitored before they even make it to the clinical trial phase.
Source: aaaai.org/conditions-and-treatments/library/allergy-library/vaccine-myth-fact
Fact: Before vaccines were invented, many people had shorter lifespans and died due to preventable disease. There are also serious and life-threatening complications that can occur from preventable diseases.
In the first decade of measles existing in the United States prior to a vaccine, it caused about 6,000 deaths per year. In 2,000 measles was eliminated, absence of continuous disease transmission for greater than 12 months (CDC, 2000), thanks to vaccines.
Fact: Vaccines only contain the ingredients necessary to protect against the particular virus or disease. For all vaccines, the ingredient lists are readily available online.
There is no evidence to suggest that any of these vaccines have a microchip in them.
Yes! The HPV Vaccine has been closely monitored and administered to 400 million people around the world without side effects.
Yes! The HPV Vaccine has been shown to prevent HPV related cancers and genital warts caused by HPV.
Yes! HPV can result in a variety of cancers and the vaccine is the best way to prevent against these. This vaccine is cancer prevention.
Your child should get vaccinated before their 13th birthday for the best chance of the vaccine working. However, children ages 11-26 can still get the vaccine.
Two doses 6-12 months apart are required before the age of 15 and three doses at 0 months, 1-2 months, and 6 months are required after the age of 15.
HPV can cause vaginal, cervical, anal, penile, and throat cancers. The vaccine can prevent these types of cancers!
No, the HPV vaccine does not cause infertility and is safe for your child.
Yes, the vaccine is necessary regardless of sexual activity.
Yes! The HPV vaccine prevents cancers that occurs for both boys and girls.
No, studies show that getting the HPV vaccine does not make children any more likely to engage in sexual activity.
During the cooler months in Houston, it’s important to know about the flu and the respiratory syncytial virus (known as RSV). Each year, thousands become very sick or are hospitalized due to these viruses. Explore this page to find simple explanations and how the vaccines can help fight off more serious infections.
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Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
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Rotavirus (RV Vaccine)
Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 or 3 doses of the RV vaccine (depending on the brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose by 4 months old and the third dose (if needed) by 6 months old. The vaccine is a liquid that is swallowed.
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Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
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Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
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Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Rotavirus (RV Vaccine)
Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 or 3 doses of the RV vaccine (depending on the brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose by 4 months old and the third dose (if needed) by 6 months old. The vaccine is a liquid that is swallowed.
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Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
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Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
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Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
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Rotavirus (RV Vaccine)
Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 or 3 doses of the RV vaccine (depending on the brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose by 4 months old and the third dose (if needed) by 6 months old. The vaccine is a liquid that is swallowed.
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Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
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Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
Click here for more information
Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
Click here for more information
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
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Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
Click here for more information
Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR Vaccine)
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella are very contagious viruses that can cause serious illness. You can protect your child against all three viruses by making sure they get 2 doses of the MMR vaccine starting with the first dose at 12 to 18 months of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age.
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Chickenpox (Varicella Vaccine)
Chickenpox is a disease caused by the varicella virus that may cause very itchy blisters and sores all over the body. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Varicella vaccine starting with the first dose between 12 and 15 months old and the second dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Hepatitis A (Hep A Vaccine)
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. The virus is found in the feces (poop) of infected people. Two doses of hepatitis A vaccine are recommended for all children and should be separated by 6 months. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Hep A Vaccine starting with the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose between 18 to 23 months old.
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Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
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Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib Vaccine)
Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
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Pnuemococcal Disease (PCV Vaccine)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
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Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR Vaccine)
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella are very contagious viruses that can cause serious illness. You can protect your child against all three viruses by making sure they get 2 doses of the MMR vaccine starting with the first dose at 12 to 18 months of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age.
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Chickenpox (Varicella Vaccine)
Chickenpox is a disease caused by the varicella virus that may cause very itchy blisters and sores all over the body. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Varicella vaccine starting with the first dose between 12 and 15 months old and the second dose between 4 to 6 years old.
Click here for more information
Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis B (Hep B Vaccine)
Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
Click here for more information
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis (DTaP Vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Polio (IPV Vaccine)
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
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Hepatitis A (Hep A Vaccine)
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. The virus is found in the feces (poop) of infected people. Two doses of hepatitis A vaccine are recommended for all children and should be separated by 6 months. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Hep A Vaccine starting with the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose between 18 to 23 months old.
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Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis A (Hep A Vaccine)
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. The virus is found in the feces (poop) of infected people. Two doses of hepatitis A vaccine are recommended for all children and should be separated by 6 months. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Hep A Vaccine starting with the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose between 18 to 23 months old.
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Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Influenza (Flu Vaccine)
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
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If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV Vaccine)
HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV Vaccine)
HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Meningococcal disease (MenACWY and MenB Vaccines)
Meningococcal disease is a life-threatening illness caused by bacteria that infect the blood, brain, and spinal cord. It is one of the most serious causes of meningitis.
Preteens and teens should get 2 doses of the MenACWY vaccine starting with the first dose between the ages of 11 and 12 and the second dose booster at 16 years old.
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Tetanus, diphtheria & acellular pertussis (TDaP vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. Adolescents should receive 1 dose of Tdap between the ages of 11 to 12.
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV Vaccine)
HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Meningococcal disease (MenACWY and MenB Vaccines)
Meningococcal disease is a life-threatening illness caused by bacteria that infect the blood, brain, and spinal cord. It is one of the most serious causes of meningitis.
Preteens and teens should get 2 doses of the MenACWY vaccine starting with the first dose between the ages of 11 and 12 and the second dose booster at 16 years old.
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Tetanus, diphtheria & acellular pertussis (TDaP vaccine)
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. Adolescents should receive 1 dose of Tdap between the ages of 11 to 12.
Click here for more information:
Human Papillomavirus (HPV Vaccine)
HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
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Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses of the Hep B vaccine starting with the first dose within 24 hours of birth, the second dose between 1 to 2 months old, and the third dose between 6 to 18 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea in infants and young children. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 or 3 doses of the RV vaccine (depending on the brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose by 4 months old and the third dose (if needed) by 6 months old. The vaccine is a liquid that is swallowed.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. You can protect your child by making sure they get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine, starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, the fourth dose between 15 to 18 months old, and the fifth dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
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Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type b) is a serious disease caused by bacteria that usually infects children younger than 5 years old. You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 or 4 doses of Hib vaccine (depending on brand) starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose (if needed) between 12 to 15 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria, which can lead to serious infection in the lungs, blood, and brain. You can protect your child by making sure they get 4 doses of the PCV Vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose at 6 months old, and the fourth dose between 12 to 15 months.
Older children (through 4 years of age) who were not vaccinated as infants need 1 or 2 doses of Prevnar. Prevnar is not recommended for healthy children 5 years of age and older.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Polio is a disease caused by a virus that can cause paralysis in the arms, legs, and breathing muscles. You can protect your child from polio with vaccination.
You can protect your child by making sure they get 3 doses and 1 booster of the Polio vaccine starting with the first dose at 2 months old, the second dose at 4 months old, the third dose between 6 and 18 months old, and a booster dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella are very contagious viruses that can cause serious illness. You can protect your child against all three viruses by making sure they get 2 doses of the MMR vaccine starting with the first dose at 12 to 18 months of age and the second dose at 4 to 6 years of age.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
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Chickenpox is a disease caused by the varicella virus that may cause very itchy blisters and sores all over the body. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Varicella vaccine starting with the first dose between 12 and 15 months old and the second dose between 4 to 6 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by a virus. The virus is found in the feces (poop) of infected people. Two doses of hepatitis A vaccine are recommended for all children and should be separated by 6 months. You can protect your child by making sure they get 2 doses of the Hep A Vaccine starting with the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose between 18 to 23 months old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Influenza is a serious disease caused by a virus that can make your child feel fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakness. You can protect your child by making sure they get their first dose at age 6 months and then continue to receive a flu vaccine at least once a year.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Print a Schedule to Take to Your Child’s Pediatrician >
Meningococcal disease is a life-threatening illness caused by bacteria that infect the blood, brain, and spinal cord. It is one of the most serious causes of meningitis.
Preteens and teens should get 2 doses of the MenACWY vaccine starting with the first dose between the ages of 11 and 12 and the second dose booster at 16 years old.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Diphtheria, Pertussis, & Tetanus are all serious diseases caused by bacteria. Adolescents should receive 1 dose of Tdap between the ages of 11 to 12.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
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HPV vaccination can prevent cancer and infection with disease-causing HPV types, preventing many HPV-related cancers and cases of warts. You child can spread (or get) the virus without knowing it.
You can protect your child by making sure they get a 2-shot series that is separated by 6 to 12 months. It is recommended that your child gets the first dose between 9 to 11 years old and the second dose by 12 years old. A 3-shot series is recommended for those with weakened immune systems and those who start the series after their 15th birthday.
If your child misses a dose or gets behind schedule, talk with their doctor as soon as possible to see when they should get the next dose.
Fact: This cannot happen, as flu shots contain inactivated versions of the virus, or only have a single protein from the virus. Some people may experience flu-like symptoms after the flu shot because…
Fact: There is no evidence to link vaccines to autism or SIDS. The original study that sparked this controversy was retracted, as it used falsified information. In fact, there are numerous large-scale studies proving that certain vaccines, such as the MMR vaccine, do not increase risk for autism.
Source: Mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/autism-vaccine-link-debunked
Fact: Herd immunity happens when enough people are vaccinated to protect against an outbreak of a disease. If less people start getting vaccinated, herd immunity can disappear. It is also important to protect those who cannot get vaccinated for health reasons (immunocompromised, pregnant, etc.)
Fact: The amount of substances contained within vaccines are lower than what we are exposed to in the natural environment. Any substance can be dangerous depending on the amount, even water. Vaccines are closely studied and monitored before they even make it to the clinical trial phase.
Source: aaaai.org/conditions-and-treatments/library/allergy-library/vaccine-myth-fact
Fact: Before vaccines were invented, many people had shorter lifespans and died due to preventable disease. There are also serious and life-threatening complications that can occur from preventable diseases.
In the first decade of measles existing in the United States prior to a vaccine, it caused about 6,000 deaths per year. In 2,000 measles was eliminated, absence of continuous disease transmission for greater than 12 months (CDC, 2000), thanks to vaccines.
Fact: Vaccines only contain the ingredients necessary to protect against the particular virus or disease. For all vaccines, the ingredient lists are readily available online.
There is no evidence to suggest that any of these vaccines have a microchip in them.
Yes! The HPV Vaccine has been closely monitored and administered to 400 million people around the world without side effects.
Yes! The HPV Vaccine has been shown to prevent HPV related cancers and genital warts caused by HPV.
Yes! HPV can result in a variety of cancers and the vaccine is the best way to prevent against these. This vaccine is cancer prevention.
Your child should get vaccinated before their 13th birthday for the best chance of the vaccine working. However, children ages 11-26 can still get the vaccine.
Two doses 6-12 months apart are required before the age of 15 and three doses at 0 months, 1-2 months, and 6 months are required after the age of 15.
HPV can cause vaginal, cervical, anal, penile, and throat cancers. The vaccine can prevent these types of cancers!
No, the HPV vaccine does not cause infertility and is safe for your child.
Yes, the vaccine is necessary regardless of sexual activity.
Yes! The HPV vaccine prevents cancers that occurs for both boys and girls.
No, studies show that getting the HPV vaccine does not make children any more likely to engage in sexual activity.
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