Childhood Immunization
A full-range of childhood vaccination is available through Gritman Medical Center for both children and young adults.
We’re proud to work with you and your family to ensure your child’s vaccinations are on track. Talk to your primary care provider about your child’s immunization schedule or schedule an appointment at one of our Family Medicine clinics.
These schedules are recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP).
CDC Vaccine Information Statements (VISs)
Vaccine Information Statements (VISs) are information sheets produced by the CDC that explain both the benefits and risks of a vaccine to vaccine recipients.
DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis)
Influenza (Flu)
Hep A (Hepatitis A)
Hep B (Hepatitis B)
Hib (Haemophilus Influenzae Type b)
HPV Gardasil-9 (Human Papillomavirus)
IPV (Polio)
Meningococcal ACWY (Meningococcal ACWY Vaccines)
Meningococcal Serogroup B- Men B
MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella)
PCV13 (Pneumococcal Conjugate)
Rotavirus (Rotavirus)
Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
Varicella (Chicken Pox)
Translations
VISs have been translated into about 40 languages. These can be found on the website of CDC’s partner, the Immunization Action Coalition. Not every VIS has been translated into every language. Source: CDC.gov
What Are Immunization Schedules?
An immunization, also called a vaccination, is a way to keep you from getting a disease. The medicine causes your body to make antibodies that can then recognize and fight the illness if you are later exposed to it. Besides keeping you from getting sick, immunizations also help reduce the spread of disease to others and prevent epidemics.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) schedules are designed to work best with a child’s immune system at certain ages and at certain times. They are set up so that your child gets the best protection possible at the earliest age possible from the fewest shots possible.
What vaccines does your child need? Use the CDC Child and Adolescent Vaccine Assessment Tool.
CDC Vaccine Assessment ToolShould Your Child Get Immunized?
Immunizations save lives. They are the best way to help protect your child from certain infectious diseases. They also help reduce the spread of disease to others and prevent epidemics.
Keeping Your Child's Immunization Records
It is important to keep accurate records of immunizations, including any reactions to the vaccines. When you enroll your child in day care or school, you may need to show proof of immunizations. And your child may need the record later in life for college, employment, or travel.
- Know when each immunization should be scheduled.
Put reminder notes on your calendar. You also may want to ask your doctor to send you notices when immunizations are due. - Be sure your records are accurate.
Have your doctor go over your child’s immunization record with you during each office visit. - Keep your record in a safe place. Don’t throw it away.
It is an important part of your child’s lifelong medical records.
