Children younger than age 2 are at greatest risk from some diseases. One of four American 2 year-old children lack one or more recommended vaccinations. Use this week as an opportunity to ensure that children in your home are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The American Academy of Pediatrics emphasizes the need for parents, caregivers, and providers to discuss the immunization status of children at every health care visit. Immunization protects not only individual children but also the entire community.
Immunized children prevent the spread of disease to other persons in the community.