All You Need To Know About Your Baby’s Vaccination Schedule

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Vaccination is crucial for newborns to protect them against various diseases. Following the recommended vaccination schedule is essential, as advised by the doctor.
Vaccines consist of killed or inactive microorganisms designed to safeguard babies from infections. Most vaccines are administered through injections, but some are available in oral forms.
Vaccination, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), saves millions of children from infections each year. Without vaccines, children are at risk of serious illnesses such as meningitis, measles, tetanus, pneumonia, and polio.
The article provides a detailed vaccination schedule for babies, including specific vaccines at various stages of development.
Vaccines administered at birth include Hepatitis B, BCG, and Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV). The vaccines mentioned include protection against diseases like tuberculosis, rotavirus, pneumonia, meningitis, and others.
Some vaccines may cause side effects like swelling, pain, redness at the injection site, and fever. The recommended schedule emphasizes the importance of timely vaccinations during the baby's 12 to 18 months of life.
Booster shots are required at specific intervals to maintain immunity, including DPT boosters, Oral Polio Vaccine Boosters, and others. Vaccinations beyond infancy, extending up to 10 years of age, include Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) at 10 years.