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Spring 2009
Preventive care
National Infant Immunization Week
National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is an annual observance to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine-preventable diseases and celebrate the achievements of immunization programs and their partners in promoting healthy communities.
April 25 – May 2
Joseph A. Bocchini Jr., MD, FAAP, chairperson of the AAP National Committee on Infectious Diseases, answers common questions parents have about vaccines in an audio interview.
Click on a question to hear Dr. Bocchini's response.- Why are vaccines still important?
- How safe are vaccines?
- Why do children need vaccines at such a young age?
- Why do pediatricians use combination vaccines?
- Why is a CDC committee now recommending flu vaccine for all children ages six months to 18 years?
CareOregon's recommendations for immunization are posted on our web site in English, Spanish, Russian and Vietnamese.
