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ÒWe as parents can only do so much toprotect JacksonÕs health. Immunizationshelp assure a healthy life.ÓÑJacksonÕs Mom Are one of the greatest achievements of medicine.Theyhave been so successful,many parents have never seenmost of the illnesses and complications that vaccinesprevent.But these diseases still exist.Your child needsimmunizations to be protected from them. Immunizations This publication was supported by Grant Number H23/CCH922507 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Every Fall:Flu Vaccine AgeAgeAge4-6 years Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis Polio Measles, Mumps, RubellaChickenpox Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis Human Papillomavirus Meningococcal (groups ACWY)Meningococcal (groups ACWY)Meningococcal (group B)*11-12 years16 yearsAge Age o o BirthHepatitis AHepatitis BHepatitis BDate:your childÕs nameDate:Date:Date:Date:Date:Hepatitis BTetanus, PertussisTetanus, PertussisTetanus, PertussisTetanus, PertussisImmunization Schedule Hepatitis AImmunization Branch 850 Marina Bay Parkway Richmond, CA 94804 Plittle onewith *Persons aged 16 -23 years (preferred age is 16 -18 years) may get a vaccine series for short-term protection against most strains of serogroup B meningococcal disease. 1 Start your babyÕs shots on time Ð at birth. 2 Make sure your child stays on schedule (see back). 3 Bring your childÕs yellow ImmunizationRecord to every doctor visit. Comfort your child by: Breastfeeding your baby during and after shots Staying calm yourself Talking in a soothing voice or singing Holding your child Bringing a familiar toy or b
lanket to use to distract & comfort your child Allowing your child to cry Immunize your child for a lifetime of health. For more information contact Ask your doctor. Your child needs shots at birth,months of age. factor in our childrenÕsgrowth, health, andÑKalayaÕs DadÒOur hope is that Erikagrows up big, healthy,and happy.ÓÑ ErikaÕs Family WW N What you can do: Immunizations can protect your child against serious diseases that can make your child very sick.These diseases can even cause brain damage or death.Immunizations also protect the community.If children are notimmunized,they can be a health threat to babies too young or sickto get all their shots. Why are immunizations important? Vaccines are very safe and effective.They prevent diseases by making the immune system stronger.Babies are immunized when they are very young, because somediseases that vaccines prevent are much more dangerous for babies young children.Sometimes children get mild reactions to the shots,like fever,asore arm or leg,or swelling where the shot was given.Your doctoror nurse can talk about the risks with you before your children get Are they safe? Immunizations are alsocalled baby shots,boosters,vaccinations,shots,orvaccines.It is important that health information is based on credible science.Your doctor or clinic willgive you Vaccine Information grows up big, healthy and happy.ÓÑ KayleeÕs Family American Academy ofPediatricsCenters for Disease Control and Prevention Hotline1-800-CDC-INFO1-800-232-4636cdc.gov/vaccinesCalifornia Department of Public HealthGetImmunizedCA.org