87 1. BCG Vaccine(bacille Calmette-Guerin) for protection against tuberculosis 2. Oral polio vaccine(OPV) 3. Hepatitis-B vaccine(HBV) Premature babies have lower muscle mass growth, hence, vaccines are usually administered on their thighs. These babies are also at a higher risk of infections, so vaccines for PCV (pneumococcal vaccine), rotavirus, and influenza should be offered if resources permit. SUMMARY Vaccinations are important to protect your baby from life-threatening diseases. Your baby’s vaccination schedule will be provided by your doctor, and you should carry it with you every time you visit the hospital. The vaccines work as effectively as they do in full-term babies. Hence, you should always stick to the vaccination schedule to ensure vaccine effectiveness and protect your baby from preventable infections and medical complications.
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