Are you and your Child Protected? Back to School Vaccinations

According to the CDC, as of July 2012, 20,000 cases of pertussis or whooping cough have been reported in this country. Many are unreported. During this time, there have been 9 deaths which have occurred in children less than 1 year of age. Measles is another illness which can spread easily at school. 222 reported cases of measles documented in 2011. Measles is brought into the US mainly from European countries. Parents can find out which vaccinations their children require by reviewing the CDC website vaccination schedule.The most common preventable diseases through vaccinations are chickenpox, diphtheria, H. influenza type B., Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, flu, measles, mumps, pertussis, polio, pneumococcal, rotavirus, rubella and tetanus. Flu vaccine should be considered in children in preschool and elementary school. Other family members and caregivers should also consider getting the vaccine. Ask your family