Immunization

Too Many Vaccines?

Some parents worry that too many vaccines given at one time will overwhelm their baby's immune system. But babies' bodies fight off germs every day- their immune systems are ready and waiting to keep them healthy! Vaccinations are a drop in the bucket compared to the amount of germs they fight off every day.

 

 

 

 

 

 

For More Information

• Why is the Schedule Like That? (PDF 83KB)

• CDC (Exit Site)

• Immunization Action Coalition (Exit Site)

• Commentary from Paul Offit, MD, FAAP

• Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (Exit Site)