Rotavirus Vaccine in Children: Key Information for Parents Administration The Rotavirus vaccine is given orally in liquid form. It helps protect against severe diarrhea caused by rotavirus. What Does It Protect Against? The vaccine prevents rotavirus
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Pentavalent Vaccine (Pentavac) in Children: Essential Information for Parents Injection Site & Route The Pentavac vaccine is administered intramuscularly in the thigh for infants. What Does Pentavac Protect Against? Pentavac is a 5-in-1 vaccine that protects
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Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV) in Children: Essential Information for Parents Injection Site & Route The IPV vaccine is administered via an intramuscular injection, typically in the thigh (for infants) or the upper arm (for older children).
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Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) in Children: Essential Information for Parents Administration The Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) is given as oral drops. It’s easy to administer and does not require an injection, making it ideal for mass
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Hepatitis B Vaccine in Children: Essential Information for Parents Injection Site & Route The Hepatitis B vaccine is administered intramuscularly in the thigh (for infants) or the upper arm (for older children). Schedule At Birth: The
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BCG Vaccine in Children: Essential Information for Parents Injection Site & Route The BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) vaccine is administered intradermally (just under the skin). It is usually injected into the upper left arm (deltoid region). Schedule
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Flu Vaccine in Children: Essential Information for Parents Injection Site & Route The flu vaccine is given intramuscularly (IM). Common injection sites: Thigh (vastus lateralis): For infants and toddlers (6 months to 2 years). Upper arm
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Navratri Awareness: Preventing Infections in Children After the Festival After Navratri, a rise in respiratory infections, acute gastroenteritis, and viral fevers is commonly seen in children due to large gatherings and festive indulgence. Here’s how to
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Hepatitis A in Children: Important Information for Parents Hepatitis A is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). It spreads through contaminated food or water and is highly contagious but usually resolves without
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Acute Dysentery in Children: Key Information for Parents Acute dysentery is a severe intestinal infection causing bloody diarrhea. It is typically caused by bacteria like Shigella or parasites such as Entamoeba histolytica. Without proper care, it
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