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H1N1 Vaccine
Asked by M.M. from Dallas
on November 6, 2009
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I was wondering if anyone has or is getting their child the H1N1 vaccine? I have heard some controversial issues about the vaccine. What do you think?
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- I got it for my younger son (5 yrs) through the flumist with NO side effects. In the meantime my older son has gotten H1N1 and I'm thankful that my younger will not h...
- I've been on the fence about this too and think we will proceed, after talking with the pediatrician about it one more time next week when he's supposed to get the vac...
- This question is like asking what religion you should be. I've been reading the responses, and it sounds you either believe in vaccines or you don't. You'll get thou...
H1N1 Vaccine
Asked by J.C. from Champaign
on November 1, 2009
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I just would like to know your thoughts on the vaccine, has anyone gotten it?
thank you.
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- Hi J. No I'm not taking the vaccine. It's new and even some people in the health field who I have talked to aren't taking it.
- Hi J., I have been going back and forth about this too, but plan to get it for my daughter and myself when it becomes available. We have to get the shot because we...
- I just had both my sons 3 and 5 weeks to the ped and asked him what he thought. He's not giving it to his kids and is not telling parents either way but when a dr. won...
Flu Shots
Asked by R.K. from Abilene
on September 9, 2011
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Just curious if you give your children flu shots? I have in the past, but I am having reservations about it this year. Not sure why.
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- Always. My son and I actually got ours yesterday.
- We do the flu mist, no thimserol preservative. I must say, I skipped the flu shot last year and I was ill for 9 days and out of work for 7. I've never missed an enti...
- I did for about the first 3 years, but for the last 5 we've skipped it. Now if my son had compromised immune system or athsma or was very young--yes. I've NEVER had ...
Immunization Shots
Asked by D.A. from Los Angeles
on September 20, 2010
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Do you give your child (5 and older) a pain reliever BEFORE receiving immunization shots?
Is it a good idea or not?
TIA
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- My understanding is that Tylenol lowers your glutihthione level, which is your body's natural detoxification process. Although the issue of vaccines vs. autism is hot...
- No, I never have. Haven't really needed to. They have been a bit grumpy after the shot (rarely) so that has just been a bit more cuddling, maybe an ice cream, and so...
- D., please make sure YOU have done the research on vaccinations for YOUR child. The AAP recommended schedule of shots for children is too many, too soon. Here are site...
MMR Vaccine
Asked by B.K. from Chicago
on April 15, 2008
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Debating about whether or not to have my son get this vaccine next month. Any advice? Is there thimerosol/ mercury in the vaccine? Is it safe to hold off? I wish I ...
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- Jennifer R could not have written a better response regarding the vaccinations. I agree completely with her sentiments.
- Thimerosol/mercury was removed from the vaccine ingredients itself but the process of making it still contains Thimerosol/Mercury to there are still trace amounts...an...
- Ask your dr. if thimersol is in their vaccines. I think all drug makers had to remove it a couple years ago, but ask your dr. to be sure. My ped said their vaccines ...
MMR Shots
Asked by K.C. from Johnstown
on April 8, 2008
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I scheduled to get my 15 month old his MMR shots this week. I have been going back and forth about what to do because more and more all you hear about is that these s...
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- K., This is a very difficult decision!! I understand what you are going through!! I and many friends I know have opted out of the MMR shots as well as others. Here ar...
- HI K., I can totally understand your concern. I have 3 boys (4,2.5,5months) as well and my second son had a reaction after the MMR shot and regressed in many areas o...
- While there is much debate about immunization at this point in time, all 5 of my children from 3 yr. to 16 yr. have had all of their immunizations without any complica...
What's Your Opinion on Shots?
Asked by J.B. from Cleveland
on February 15, 2007
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A few weeks ago, we just got our 6 mo. shots and I can't help but wonder if all these inoculations are really necessary. I've read conflicting information in the media...
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- Congrats on the new baby. I do not really agree with immunizations causing autism. One of my friend's oldest has autism and he has four children, all have had their ...
- I agree with your dr. I would never take the chance that my child would end up in a grave situation because I didn't get him/her vaccintaions. The chances of anything ...
- J., Please, get your daughter her shots. The benefits outweight any danger by far. If you have ever seen a baby with whooping cough you would understand. Listen to...
Rotavirus Vaccine
Asked by K.R. from Atlanta
on May 20, 2009
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Hello Mothers!!!
My two month old just got her first set of shots. I decided not to get the rotavirus vaccine until I had time to research it. Is it really necessar...
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- Honestly, I read Dr. Sears book on vaccinces and rotavirus does not appear to be a very serious illness in the US. Apparently children get Rotavirus disease frequently...
- When my son got the Rotavirus Vaccine it was not a shot, rather a liquid he drank. I wish they had this vaccine around when my daughter was born. My daughter got the...
- I also strongly encourage you to get this vaccine for your child. Rotavirus can be a horrible disease - causing diarrhea and vomiting, which can lead to sever dehydra...
Rotavirus Vaccine
Asked by M. from Cincinnati
on August 14, 2007
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My son is 10 weeks old and my pediatrician asked me if I wanted to give him the Rotavirus Vaccine when he comes in for his other vaccines. We were not offered this va...
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- Hi M., My son had the vaccine when he was 6 weeks old (or right around there) and then he just had it again at 6 months. It is taken orally and it must taste okay ...
- Hi M., I have a two year old and a 3 month old. My 2 year old didn't get it but at the babies 2 month appointment she was given 3 shots and the Rotavirus vaccine ...
- My son has received the rotavirus vaccine. It is a liquid they drink, I believe it is flavored. From what I understand, there is the possibility of them getting minor ...
Autism and Shots
Asked by D.B. from Albany
on October 5, 2007
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I just wanted to thank you ALL for the feed back. I just worrie...and if it were not from one thing it would be the other...so to get the shots is so much better than...
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- If you don't immunize your child, your not only putting them at risk but everyone else your child comes in contact with. Autism is something i feel, that the child is ...
- D., Hi! I can answer this one from experience. I have 4 children, 2 boys, 2 girls. My younger son and older daughter (children #3 & 4) both were diagnosed with Aspe...
- Your son does not need to get the Hep vaccination until he is much older...they try to give it to newborns right after they are born...when it is time for his MMR vacc...
