Vaccination
Vaccination is a medical procedure that involves administering a vaccine to stimulate the body's immune system to produce antibodies, providing immunity against certain diseases. Vaccines typically contain weakened or inactive forms of the disease-causing microorganism, which prompts the immune system to recognize and destroy the pathogen if encountered in the future. Vaccinations have significantly reduced the incidence of many infectious diseases and saved countless lives. They are a crucial tool in preventing the spread of diseases and protecting individuals and communities from contagious illnesses.
Recommended vaccinations for children:
- Chickenpox (varicella) vaccine
- Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTaP) vaccine
- Hepatitis A (HepA) vaccine
- Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine
- Hepatitis B (HepB) vaccine
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine
- Influenza (Flu) vaccine
- Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine
- Polio (IPV) vaccine
- Meningococcal (MenACWY, MenB) vaccines
- COVID-19 vaccine, etc.
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