Immunize Your Baby
Use our handy checklist - based on the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule for immunization.
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If you're worried that your baby might get the flu and perhaps she should have a
flu shot, consult your pediatrician. Babies must be at least six months old to
get a flu shot, and you should ask your doctor if such a vaccination is
necessary. "The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a flu vaccine for
children between ages six and 24 months," says Dr. Cashore. "The flu vaccine is
not recommended for infants younger than six months old because evidence for its
safety and effectiveness is not adequate for this age group." He adds that, in
most years, the protection rate for the vaccine is about 70 percent to 80
percent.
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