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Doctor applies bandage to girl's arm following flu shot

5 reasons kids need flu shots every year

November 30, 2017/0 Comments/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Common Viruses, Infections and Illness, Right Feature/by Rise and Shine

Here are five reasons why the flu vaccine is essential for children – even for those who are generally healthy.

Five facts to know about measles

October 12, 2017/0 Comments/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Common Viruses, Doctor’s Visits, Infections and Illness, Right Feature, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

Although it was declared eliminated in the US, measles outbreaks still occur every year in the United States. Here are five facts to know about measles.