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1 “Immunizations” What Parents Should Know Parenting Class

2 The Immune System DEFINITION: Body’s method of protecting itself from foreign substances that invade the body. Vaccines work with our immune system to protect us against diseases.

3 What is a vaccine? DEFINITION: Helps your body create antibodies, or cells that fight off antigens. ---Antigens: either bacteria or virus that causes the disease Vaccines can be made from “killed” antigens or from live but weakened versions of the antigen

4 Immunity In most cases, these antibodies remain active and protective against the disease for a person’s lifetime. In some cases, a vaccine requires booster shots or doses given at regular intervals.

5 Types of Children Vaccines Children receive several vaccinations during the first 10 years of their lives and most of them before the age of one. These are the 7 most common children vaccines: Polio MMR (Measles, mumps, rubella) DTP (Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis) Hepatitis B Chicken Pox Tetanus-Diphtheria HIB (Haemophilus Influenza B)

6 How are vaccines given? Orally Shots

7 Any side effects? Some children have reactions to vaccines, so discuss this with your pediatrician. Common side effects: ---Redness ---Soreness ---Mild Fever ---Swelling ---Irritation or cranky THE RISKS OF NOT VACCINATING YOUR CHILD IS FAR GREATER!

8 Why Immunize? Immunizing children on schedule is the best protection against dangerous childhood diseases. It helps keep EVERYONE healthy.

9 Resources for help: Pediatrication Office Health Department Immunization Hotline: 1-800-232-2522 Keep an up-to-date shot record for each child: used to register for kindergarten, military, etc.

10 Tips for parents: For some parents, having your child receive vaccines is a stressful situation. TIPS for making it easier: ---Have child blow on person’s nose in front of them. ---Have them take Tylenol 30 minutes before shots. ---Hold them steady! ---Bribing??? (when they are older)

11 Don’t feel bad…..you did a GREAT parent responsibility!

12 Assignment “Create a Brochure”


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