This 64-page guide, updated in 2010, offers a quick read on childhood diseases and the vaccines that protect children from them. The Parents' Guide to Childhood Immunizations helps parents and caregivers learn about the role vaccines play in helping keep children healthy. The color booklet, illustrated with children's artwork, has 5 parts in addition to a glossary and list of resources.
Part 1: Childhood Diseases and the Vaccines that Prevent Them
Part 2: Before, During, and After the Immunization Office Visit
Part 3: How Vaccines Work & Risks and Benefits of Vaccination
Part 4: Frequently Asked Questions
Part 5: Summary of Childhood Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
The booklet is packaged in sets of 20 for distribution in health departments, pediatricians' offices and clinics.
It was developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.