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April 21–28 is National Infant Immunization Week

The annual observance of National Infant Imunization Week is to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases and celebrate the achievements of immunization. The Barry-Eaton District Health Department and communities around the nation are recognizing the week and recognize the critical role vaccination plays in protecting the health of children, families, and communities.

 

Infants in the United States are protected against 14 preventable diseases when fully immunized. Vaccines for infants are especially important because some of the diseases they protect against can be especially dangerous for children under the age of two.

It is important to follow the recommended immunization schedule to protect infants and children by providing immunity early in life, before they are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases.

 

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), among children born during 1994–2013, vaccination will prevent an estimated 322 million illnesses, 21 million hospitalizations, and 732,000 deaths over the course of their lifetimes.

 

Vaccine-prevented diseases may seem like threats from the past, however children can still get and spread the diseases. The United States is seeing the return of vaccine-preventable diseases—such as measles, whooping cough, and mumps—that had once been considered eliminated.  It is extremely important that all infants are vaccinated on time.

 

It is the responsibility of parents, physicians, and public health providers to make sure that all children are up to date on vaccinations. Parents should talk with their child’s health care provider to ensure that their baby is up-to-date on vaccinations.

 

If parents cannot afford immunizations for their child or have further questions, they can call the BEDHD Immunization clinic at 269-798-4133 in Barry County or 517-541-2630 in Eaton County.

More information on vaccinations can be found at ivaccinate.org.

 

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