Typically, children get most of the shots they’ll ever need within the first few years of their life. A few of the most common vaccines children receive include the chickenpox, hepatitis A and B, measles, meningococcal, and polio.

It’s also possible your child will need additional shots for the same vaccine. Polio, for example, often requires:

• One dose at two months.
• A second dose at four months.
• A third dose between six and 18 months.
• A final dose between four and six years old.

But because every child’s needs are different (some children battling a serious or chronic illness may be advised to postpone their vaccines), you should always consult with your doctor about their immunizations.

If your child isn’t vaccinated according to their doctor’s recommendations, they’re at risk for contracting serious and preventable diseases. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), measles (one of the most contagious viruses on Earth) spiked in 2017 due to gaps in vaccination coverage. Many other diseases, such as chickenpox, have also been on the rise in recent years due to parents deciding not to get their child vaccinated.

From the flu shot to the TDAP, Bloomfield Urgent Care does it all. While we can certainly treat your illness, we’d love to keep you from ever getting sick in the first place. Vaccinations are designed to bolster your immune system so you don’t fall ill with a serious, preventable disease.

If you want to know more, call us or schedule an appointment online! We serve patients from Plymouth MI, Bloomfield Hills MI, Livonia MI, Novi MI, Worden MI, Canton MI, Southfield MI, Troy MI, and Farmington Hills MI.