Tag: Vaccination Schedule
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The Keys to Childhood Survival: Immunisations and Vaccines
Introduction: Why immunisation matters for every child Vaccines have transformed child health for decades, turning once-fatal diseases into rare threats. The simple act of immunising a child is an investment in their future, protecting not only the individual but also families and communities. This article explores the core reasons why childhood immunisations are essential, how…
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Kennedy Jr. Moves to Overhaul the U.S. Childhood Vaccine Schedule
Overview: What Kennedy’s Plan Could Mean for Vaccination in the U.S. Public attention has intensified around the prospect of a sweeping rewrite of the U.S. childhood vaccination schedule. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his team, buoyed by White House direction, are weighing substantial changes that could reduce the number of vaccines given to…
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Free Chickenpox Vaccine for Children: What Parents Need to Know
Introduction: Free Chickenpox Vaccine Initiative The Health Service Executive (HSE) has made a significant announcement: the chickenpox vaccine will now be available free of charge for all babies born on or after October 1 last year. This initiative is part of the routine childhood immunisation schedule and will be offered to children once they reach…