Severe reactions to vaccines are very rare. Children are much more likely to be harmed by serious diseases than by immunizations. Your pediatrician may recommend acetaminophen for common side effects such as irritability and fever. If you have questions about possible reactions, call your pediatrician. Immunizations are one of the most important ways you can protect your child against serious dis-eases.
Much information is available about immu-nizations.
Your pediatrician can tell you the facts. Talk with your pediatrician about the vaccines your child needs to stay healthy. This protects against a virus that causes liver disease. Hepatitis A virus can be spread from person to person or through contaminated food or water. Hepatitis A vaccine may be given to children 2 years of age and older.