Our Position on Vaccines
It is extremely important that all children receive the recommended vaccines according to the guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Vaccines are safe and effective in preventing diseases and health complications in both children and adults. Regular vaccinations help children ward off infections, and are administered as one of the safest and best methods of disease prevention.
We are happy to discuss your concerns about vaccines at your child's next visit.
For information about these vaccines and the diseases they prevent, please visit the following websites. These sites have been extensively reviewed and validated for their scientific accuracy and reliability. Please be careful which websites you view for this very important information.
- Healthy Children - Immunizations
- Vaccinate Your Baby
- Immunization Action Coalition
- Vaccine Education Center (Children's Hospital of Philadelphia)
- Parents of Kids with Infectious Diseases
For detailed information sheets published by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) please visit http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/vis/index.html
Recommended Immunization Schedule
- 0-6 Years -Schedule for Persons Aged 0 Through 6 Years
- 7-18 Years-Schedule for Persons Aged 7 Through 18 Years
- 0-18 Years Complete Schedule and Catch-up Schedule
Resources
Vaccine Safety: The Facts Safety facts on vaccines from the AAP