Public Health: Immunization

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  • Rabies - Treatment Overview

    09/19/06, Healthwise

    After possible exposure to the rabies virus, proper wound care and vaccinations are the most effective methods to stop the spread of infection.

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  • Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV-pediatric only), 7-valent

    07/13/07, Healthwise

    The pneumococcal conjugate vaccine is given in a series of shots. The first shot is usually given when the child is 2 months old. The booster shots are then given at 4 months, 6 months, and 12 to 15 months of age.

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  • Diphtheria and tetanus vaccines (DT, pediatric)

    02/11/04, Healthwise

    Children with minor illnesses, such as a cold, may be vaccinated. Those who are moderately or severely ill should usually wait until they recover before getting DT vaccine.

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  • Polio vaccine (IPV)

    08/29/07, Healthwise

    The polio vaccine is given in a series of shots. The number of shots required and the booster schedule will depend on the age of the person being vaccinated. Follow your doctor's instructions or the schedule recommended by the health department o

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  • Meningococcal conjugate vaccine

    08/03/07, Healthwise

    Becoming infected with meningitis is much more dangerous to your health than receiving this vaccine. However, like any medicine, this vaccine can cause side effects but the risk of serious side effects is extremely low.

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  • Haemophilus b conjugate (PRP-T) vaccine

    07/13/07, Healthwise

    The haemophilus B conjugate vaccine is given in a series of shots. In most cases, this vaccine is given as 2 separate shots, 2 months apart. A booster dose is then given 2 months after the last shot, or no later than 18 months of age.

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  • Varicella virus (chickenpox) vaccine

    07/13/07, Healthwise

    The varicella vaccine is given in a series of shots. The first shot is usually given to a child who is 12 to 15 months old. The booster shot is then given at 4 to 6 years of age, or at least 3 months after the first dose.

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  • Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine

    07/13/07, Healthwise

    The measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is given in a series of shots. The first shot is usually given to a child who is 12 to 15 month old. The booster shots are then given between 4 and 6 years of age. At least 28 days (4 weeks) should p

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  • Haemophilus b conjugate (PRP-OMP) vaccine

    07/12/07, Healthwise

    The haemophilus B conjugate vaccine is given in a series of shots. The first shot may be given when the child is at least 2 months old. The booster shots are then given at 2 months and 4 months after the first shot, or at 15 months of age.

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  • Diphtheria, haemophilus influenzae, pertussis, and tetanus vaccine

    07/12/07, Healthwise

    The diphtheria, haemophilus influenzae, pertussis, and tetanus vaccine is given in a series of shots. The first shot is usually given when the child is 2 months old. The booster shots are then given at 4 months, 6 months, and 12 to 15 months of a

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