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Vaccination and Immunization
As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reinforces, “Disease prevention is the key to public health,” and vaccination is a reliable, cost-effective way of reducing the risk of contracting a specific disease. Mumps, measles, whooping cough, tetanus and polio: These once prevalent diseases have all been brought under control through the widespread use of vaccination.
Expand All Guide SectionsWhat Are Vaccines?
A vaccine is a substance administered to a patient to produce an immune response to a specific ... read more »
Childhood Immunizations
The strategy against preventing disease begins with childhood immunizations. Find sites that overview the vaccination process and detail the vaccination schedule designed to keep children healthy.
Top Sites for Childhood Immunizations
FamilyDoctor.org
is operated by the American Academy of Family Physicians. Learn what childhood vaccinations are, and why children need them.
KidsHealth
provides extensive information on childhood vaccines and the different diseases they protect against. The site is part of the Nemours Foundation’s Center for Children’s Health Media.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
provides immunization schedules and guidelines for children up to 18 years old. It specifies at what age a child should receive each vaccine, and how to get on track if your child has missed a scheduled vaccine.
MedlinePlus
offers a comprehensive selection of links to information about childhood immunizations.
Adult Immunization
A person’s need for vaccination doesn’t end after adolescence. Learn why experts say ... read more »
Travel Vaccinations
Travelers heading abroad are often encouraged or required to receive specific vaccinations before ... read more »
Swine Flu Vaccine
In mid-September the FDA approved a swine flu vaccine. Supplies become available ... read more »
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