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Why is it important for your child to receive vaccines?

Vaccines, also called shots or immunizations, are one of the safest and most effective ways to protect your child from potentially serious childhood diseases. Despite all of the benefits of vaccines, not all young children receive the shots they need.

How should doctors help prevent childhood illness?

Highly rated PPOs and their doctors send reminders when your child needs a vaccination. This makes it easier for you to be sure that your child, by age 2, has all of the recommended vaccinations.