National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month , and with school just right around the corner, it is a good time to check that your kids are up to date on shots. Young kids have a series of shots required to protect them from measles, polio, chicken pox, and hepatitis, but preteens should have shots for a variety of illnesses, as well.
Check out these immunization resources to learn more about which shots are required for your child and get tips on how to reduce your child's anxiety about getting shots: