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Childhood
Immunizations
Vaccinations are
routinely administered to children in order to protect them from
several diseases such as measles, polio,
tetanus and many others.
Thanks to immunizations, some of what were once the worst diseases
known to man are now
at their lowest levels in recorded history.
Children are required to get several vaccines before attending
school.
The purpose of vaccines is to provide immunity to serious diseases.
Vaccines typically work best when they are given
at certain ages –
this explains why, for example, children do not receive a measles
vaccine until they are at least one
year old. Given earlier, and
the vaccine does not work as well.
The
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention publish a schedule of
recommended immunizations.
Funded Agencies:
Department of Health (DOH) – School Health Services Cluster
Initiative
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