Paul Sheppard Vaccines have nearly eradicated several diseases, such as polio and smallpox. Yet, according to the national Centers for Disease Control, some preventable childhood diseases, such as measles and whooping cough, are on the rise. Most of those affected by whooping cough and measles are babies and toddlers. Starting young Keeping up with a child's immunization schedule may seem like a daunting extra for busy parents. According to the national Food and Drug Administration, cost and inconvenience might partially explain low immunization rates.
State regulations help to ensure that school-age children are up on their immunizations.
Here is a schedule of immunizations that your child needs to be protected from childhood illnesses. For more detailed information about vaccinations see the CDC's Vaccine Information Statements . For high risk infants, 2nd HepB is recommended at 1-2 mos. Check with your doctor. Older children who have not had chicken pox and have not been vaccinated previously should get the vaccine by their 13th birthday.