Immunization is a safe, effective way to help the body prevent or fight off many diseases.
Vaccines stimulate the body to produce antibodies, which will fight against that disease and remain in your body to protect against that disease for months, or even years. Immunizations can protect your child against diseases that can hurt, cripple or kill. But immunization helps children build natural defenses against these diseases. You can also help your child stay healthy by providing proper nutrition, hygiene, rest and exercise. You should begin your child's immunization program by the time he or she is 2 months old.