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Vaccine Resources

Why Should My Child Get Vaccines?

Vaccines are safe, effective, and may save your child’s life. Vaccines not only protect your child from diseases such as polio, tetanus, or the measles, they help to protect your family and the community. Widespread vaccination provides hope to future generations by reducing or eliminating many diseases.

Common Childhood Vaccines and Diseases They Prevent Our Experts Answer Your Vaccine Questions At-a-Glance Immunization Schedule from Birth to 18 Years

Why I Vaccinate

Cincinnati Children's families and employees share why they chose to vaccinate their children and why you should as well.

Learn more about getting your baby vaccinated.

Dana Guzman, Carthage mom, had her five children vaccinated.

Esineya Chigaga, MD, of Cincinnati Children's.

COVID-19: Answers Your Kids Can Understand

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Stop Germs From Spreading: Wash Your Hands

Did you know that sometimes when people get sick it’s because of tiny things called germs?

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Why Do You Wear a Mask?

It’s a little like being a superhero. In fact, it’s a lot like that.

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Staying Well

Being worried, confused or scared during difficult times is normal. It’s how we choose to react to those feelings that’s important.

Other Things To Do

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See Your Child's Doctor

The Importance of Well-Child Visits

Well-child visits ensure kids get the vaccines and checkups that are critical to health.

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The Flu Virus Is Constantly Changing

Top 12 things to remember about flu and the flu vaccine.

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Test Your Knowledge

We've got 11 questions for you about vaccines and vaccine history at Cincinnati Children. If you want to feel happy, don’t miss the bonus question.

Sabin Sunday.

Our History

Vaccines Through the Years

Cincinnati Children's has a long history in the fight against infectious diseases, from encephalitis and polio to the rotavirus and COVID-19.

Learn More about Our History Physician Resources

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In the News

Read and watch news stories about Cincinnati Children's and vaccines.

From Local and National Media Outlets From Our Patient and Family Blog