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The decision to participate in vaccines can be difficult for new parents. Talk with your pediatrician and use this tool Instant Childhood Immunization Schedule to determine what’s best for your child: https://www2a.cdc.gov/nip/kidstuff/newscheduler_le/

The chickenpox not only make you itch, they can cause serious complications including skin infections, lung infections (pneumonia), swelling of the brain, bleeding problems, blood stream infections (sepsis), and dehydration. Learn more about the importance of the chickenpox vaccine: https://www.cdc.gov//matte-articles-chickenpox-vaccine.html

What diseases do vaccines prevent? Find out through this helpful link on the Centers for Disease Control website: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/diseases/index.html

Watching your child receive a vaccine isn’t pleasant. Here are some tips on relieving the stress of shots for you and your child: https://www.cdc.gov/vacci/parents/visit/less-stressful.html

August is Immunization Awareness Month & understanding how vaccines can protect your family is important. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention have provided valuable information on how vaccines work, ingredients included in vaccines and much more. Learn more here: https://www.cdc.gov/vac/parents/vaccine-decision/index.html