Vaccines & Immunizations
Children’s Medical Center follows the immunization guidelines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). For information about these vaccines and the diseases they protect against, please visit www.aap.org.
For detailed informational sheets published by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), please visit www.cdc.gov.
For up-to-date information on history of diseases, development of vaccines, ingredients in vaccines, and safety of vaccines, please see:
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia: Vaccine Education Center:
https://www.chop.edu/vaccine-education-center
The American Academy of Pediatrics:
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/immunizations/Pages/default.aspx
World Health Organization:
https://www.who.int/health-topics/vaccines-and-immunization#tab=tab_1
https://www.immunize.org/official-guidance/who/
The Vaccine Confidence Project
https://www.vaccineconfidence.org/
Our Vaccine Philosophy
Our practice believes all children should receive the recommended vaccines, according to the guidelines provided by the AAP and the CDC. Vaccines are safe and effective in preventing diseases and health complications in children and young adults. Regular vaccinations help children ward off infections, and are administered as one of the safest and best methods of disease prevention.
Our doctors will happily provide education and resources so all of your questions about immunizations are answered. In today's world, it is sometimes difficult to know where to get reliable and accurate information. Our team at Children's Medical Center partners with families to make sure that you have all of the information you need to make the best decisions for your family!
CDC Recommended Immunization Schedule
- 0-18 Years
- Vaccine Schedule for Infants and Children: 0-6 Years
- Vaccine Schedule for Children and Teens: 7-18
Resources
Vaccine Safety: The Facts – Safety facts on vaccines from the AAP
