VACCINE SCHEDULE:
Vaccination recommendations are frequently changing as new immunizations are developed and combination vaccines are introduced. This is our current schedule :

Vaccine
AGE
Birth
1 month
2 month
4 month
6 month
9 month
12 month
15 month
18 month
4-6 years
13-14 years
Hepatitis B    
1
1
      
1
      
H. influenzae
Type b (HIB)		    
1
1
      
1
      
Diphtheria, Tetanus,
Pertussis (DTaP)		                    
*
Polio (IPV)                      
Measles, Mumps,
Rubella (MMR)		                      
Varicella
(Chickenpox)		            
*
        
Pneumococcal Conjugate
(Prevnar)		                      

1
 Hep B and HIB are given as a combined vaccine
*
 Td is given at age 13-14 at least 5 years passed since the last dose of DTaP/DTP
*
 Children 12 months of age through 12 years of age (who have not had the chickenpox or have not been previously vaccinated) need 1 dose.
Children 13 years of age and older (who have not had chickenpox or have not been vaccinated) need 2 doses given 4-8 weeks apart

A Commitment to Protect
Parents or caregivers want to protect their children. But when it comes to vaccinating kids against diseases, there’s a lot of confusing information out there. It’s important to get the facts about the value and safety of vaccines from sources you can trust.

We included on our Links page several links to Web sites from experts in vaccines. They provide valuable information for parents and caregivers who want to know more about vaccinating their children. Also, you will find “Did you know?” pages, which give simple and quick information about the value of vaccines.

An educated decision is always best – especially when it comes to protecting our children. And remember to talk to your child’s healthcare provider if you have any questions or need additional information.

go to our links page for more vaccine related links


The information provided on this website is not a substitute for professional care.
You should consult your own physician or other health care provider for specific advice and treatment,
which advice and treatment will be based upon your individual facts and circumstances.

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