Children's Vaccines Health Center

Medical Reference Related to Children's Vaccines

11. Immunizations and Vaccines
    

    Think you don't need immunization against infectious diseases? Think again. Learn why we -- and our children -- still need regular vaccinations.

12. Flu Shot or Nasal Spray?
    

    Each type of flu vaccine has its advantages, so read these facts before deciding on the flu shot or the nasal spray.

13. Meningococcal Vaccine
    

    WebMD's guide to the meningococcal vaccine, who needs it, when it is given, and possible side effects.

14. Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) Vaccine
    

    The MMR vaccine is very important for children and some adults who have not yet been exposed or vaccinated. WebMD explains who should get the vaccines and when.

15. Hepatitis A and B Vaccines
    

    WebMD provides information about the hepatitis A and B vaccinations, including a vaccine schedule, immunization side effects, and preventing the hepatitis viruses.

16. Rotavirus (RV) Vaccine
    

    WebMD provides information about the rotavirus vaccine, including who needs it, when it is given, and possible side effects.

17. Pneumococcal Vaccine
    

    WebMD discusses the pneumococcal vaccination including who should get one and when, possible side effects, and more.

18. Meningococcemia
    

    Important It is possible that the main title of the report Meningococcemia is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. ...

19. Meningitis,Meningococcal
    

    Important It is possible that the main title of the report Meningitis, Meningococcal is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. ...

20. Polio Vaccine (IPV)
    

    WebMD explains why the polio vaccine (IPV) is important, who should get it and when, and possible risks and side effects.