Immunizations

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Antibiotics for Anthrax?
The anthrax bacteria turn into spores if the conditions are not right for the bacteria to thrive and grow (i.e., there... »
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Immunization for Smallpox and Anthrax?
For practical reasons, we can't immunize our children against smallpox or anthrax right now. Nevertheless, the standard... »
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Smallpox Vaccination
In 1967, the World Health Organization (WHO) began an intense campaign to eradicate smallpox from the planet through... »
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The Children’s Immunization Schedule
When should your child receive each immunization? Click here for a list of scheduled immunizations. »
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Vaccine Ingredients That May Cause Allergic Reactions
Many people are unaware of the problems associated with allergic reactions to vaccine components. For more information... »

A-Z Guide

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Chickenpox
Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, a member of the herpesvirus family. Chickenpox is one of the most... »
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Diphtheria
Diphtheria is a bacterial illness that has been known to plague children since the 4th century B.C. The bacteria can... »
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Hepatitis A
Hepatitis is an illness of the liver. It can have many causes. The alphabet soup of hepatitis can be confusing for... »
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Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a virus that attacks the liver, causing serious disease. It is one of many viruses that can... »
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Measles
Measles is a specific virus that causes a specific disease. It was the first of the non-pox rash illnesses of childhood... »