Vaccines While Immunosuppressed
Whether your child is immunosuppressed or you are around someone with a condition that leaves them immunocompromised, getting vaccinated is important.
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When a Vaccine Doesn’t Count and Needs to Be Repeated
Vaccines are effective in preventing diseases when administered correctly, but errors can lead to the need for repeat doses. Reasons for invalid doses include wrong vaccine, improper storage, and expired doses. Grace periods for early doses exist, but certain rules apply. Reporting errors and following proper guidelines are crucial.
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Myths About the Yellow Fever Vaccine
Yellow fever was eliminated in the US before the vaccine was developed, through controlling mosquitoes. Urban areas can control mosquito spread, but it’s harder in rainforests, where monkeys can also spread the virus. Vaccination is crucial but faces myths and misinformation. Proof of vaccination is necessary for travel to affected areas.
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FluMist Is Coming Back
FluMist has hopefully been improved, been made more effective, and will be ready to help prevent the flu for the 2018-2019 flu season. It will be an especially good option for those kids who don’t want a shot.
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