Do you trust vaccines?

Posted 10/3/18

I can still remember being terrified every time my mom told me it was time for vaccines again. 

The big question today is, why get vaccinated? 

During wellness visits with my …

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Do you trust vaccines?

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I can still remember being terrified every time my mom told me it was time for vaccines again. 

The big question today is, why get vaccinated? 

During wellness visits with my children's doctor, I've read packets of information about vaccines. Did you know that it takes 10 or so years of testing before a vaccine gets licensed?

Yes, it's true. Vaccines have side effects such as allergic reactions.

People have questioned why this a requirement for school. 

That's because all 50 states require vaccinations for children to enter public school. Yet no mandatory federal vaccination laws exist. 

Some states offer medical and religious exemptions. 

South Carolina offers a Certificate of Religious Exemption From Immunization form. 

If you choose to religiously exempt your child from vaccines to be able to attend public school, visit https://www.nvic.org/Vaccine-Laws/state-vaccine-requirements/northcarolina/south-carolina-religious-waiver.aspx

The CDC recommends getting 29 doses of 9 vaccines including a yearly flu shot after 6 months old for all children from birth to age six.

 The reason for starting so early is due to the development of a child's lungs and the body’s ability to fight off infections and illnesses change with age. 

The CDC estimates that 732,000 children were saved from death and 322 million cases of illnesses were prevented between 1994-2014 thanks to vaccinations. You need more than 1 vaccination to build immunity. If you or your child miss doses or vaccines, the risk of developing certain illnesses and diseases increases.  

The American Academy of Pediatrics states that most childhood vaccines are 90-99% effective.  

Since some vaccines have side effects, it is best to know what to do in case your child has a reaction. 

Check with your pediatrician. Ask questions about the pros and cons, and what to do if a side effect occurs. 

You might also want to look into a CPR class or becoming certified.

This could be a huge help.

jewel hull, health wanted, vaccination, vaccines, vaccine

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