The vaccines covered on this statement are those most likely to be given during the same visits during infancy and early childhood.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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VIS—Your Child’s First Vaccines
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Vaccine Reactions - Normal
A reaction to a recent immunization (vaccine) shot. Most reactions are at the injection site (such as pain, swelling, redness).
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Vaccine Reactions - Specific Details
A reaction to a recent immunization (vaccine). Most reactions are at the shot site (such as pain, swelling, redness).
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Vaccines - Infections They Prevent
Vaccines can protect your child from 16 severe infections.
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Vaccines—Autism Toolkit
Scientific studies show that many different genes work together with things in the environment to put a child at risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Scientific studies do not show that vaccines cause ASD.
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Visiting the Doctor—Autism Toolkit
Going to the doctor can be stressful for any child. For a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), there may be extra challenges because of sensory, communication, and other symptoms. Here are some tips to help make visiting the doctor easier.
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Vomiting—Child Care and Schools
If the vomiting is associated with an infection, the incubation and contagious periods depend on the type of germ causing the infection.
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Vulvitis from Soap
Irritation of the vulva (external genitals) from soap or other irritants. Mainly occurs in young girls before school age.
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Wandering Off (Elopement)—Autism Toolkit
Research shows that about 1 in 3 young children with ASD has tried to wander off. This behavior may continue to happen in older children and even teenagers and adults with ASD. This is concerning since many people with ASD may not be able to share their names, addresses, or phone numbers if they get
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