Vaccinations
Vaccinations protect mothers and infants from serious diseases. Below are key vaccines and where to get them.
Recommended Vaccines for Pregnant Women
Influenza (Flu) Vaccine: Safe at any stage of pregnancy, helps protect both mother and baby from the flu.
Tdap Vaccine: Recommended between 27-36 weeks of pregnancy to protect newborns from whooping cough (pertussis).
COVID-19 Vaccine: Strongly recommended to prevent severe illness during pregnancy.
Childhood Vaccination Schedule
Hepatitis B: Given at birth, 1-2 months, and 6-18 months.
DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis): Given at 2, 4, 6, 15-18 months, and 4-6 years.
Polio, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), and Varicella: Administered throughout early childhood.
Where to Get Vaccinated
Colorado Immunization Program: Provides vaccine schedules, information on free or low-cost vaccines, and locations.
Vaccines for Children Program (VFC): Offers free vaccines to eligible children.
Local Public Health Centers: Provide vaccines for children, pregnant women, and adults. Contact your nearest center for low-cost or free vaccinations. To find a center, click here
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