Childhood Vaccines & Disease Prevention

In today’s healthcare landscape, vaccines have become a subject of extensive discussion. Access to solid, evidence-based information is crucial for making informed decisions for your child.

The internet and social media have amplified the spread of misinformation about vaccines and you may encounter inaccurate claims that heighten your fears. Recognizing the difference between credible sources and misinformation is so important.

We’d like to share a couple of sources of excellent, up-to-date vaccine information below:

How You Can Know if Vaccines Are Safe

The Vaccine Education Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

How to Protect Your Children During a Measles Outbreak

Measles: Myths, Facts & What to Know During and Outbreak

As always, your child’s provider at South Boston Community Health Center is happy to speak with you about any fears or concerns you may have and can answer your questions and address specific worries.