A Parent’s Guide to Childhood Immunization

What if we relocate? If you move to another district or state, your child’s vaccination schedule continues to be the same. Depending on the area or state, sometimes additional shots may be required. Once you have moved, contact your nearest healthcare provider, and discuss the pending vaccines. Always remember to take your child’s vaccination record to the appointments. 08 09 In the past, if a child got infected with some disease, would he/she still require vaccination against that disease? Yes, the child will still require the vaccination. Most illnesses including diphtheria, tetanus, rotavirus diarrhea, Hib pneumonia, measles, and Japanese encephalitis only give short-term protection even after your child gets infected with full-blown disease. Therefore, your child should still receive timely immunization for long-lasting protection. the entire program; instead, the remaining program should be continued as recommended and completed without fail.You should book a visit with your healthcare provider as soon as possible so that they can help you to figure out what vaccines your child has already had, and which ones are needed in the future. 62

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