Getting your child vaccinated is one of the easiest, most effective ways to protect them from avoidable illnesses. Stay on top of routine vaccinations to keep your little one healthy and doing what they love to do.
Not sure which vaccines your child needs? Talk to a pediatrician or other healthcare provider. They can recommend vaccines based on age, health conditions and life events.
You can also use the CDC’s Child and Adolescent Vaccine Assessment Tool for personalized recommendations.
Not sure which vaccines your child needs? Talk to a pediatrician or other healthcare provider. They can recommend vaccines based on age, health conditions and life events.
You can also use the CDC’s Child and Adolescent Vaccine Assessment Tool for personalized recommendations.
For detailed vaccine recommendations for your child, visit the CDC’s vaccines for your children or jump to the age group below.
Pregnancy
Birth
1 - 2 months
3 - 4 months
5 - 6 months
7 - 11 months
12 - 23 months
2 - 3 years
4 - 6 years
7 - 10 years
11 - 12 years
13 - 18 years
Pregnancy
Birth
1 - 2 months
3 - 4 months
5 - 6 months
7 - 11 months
12 - 23 months
2 - 3 years
4 - 6 years
7 - 10 years
11 - 12 years
13 - 18 years
The CDC recommends anyone 6 months or older get the following vaccines each year:
- COVID-19 vaccine
- Flu vaccine (influenza)
In the U.S., children in daycare or school must be vaccinated. Vaccination requirements vary by location and exemptions may apply. Contact your state or local health departments for more details.
Virginia Department of Health school vaccination requirements
North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services school vaccination requirements
Virginia Department of Health school vaccination requirements
North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services school vaccination requirements
Planning a trip abroad with your children? Don’t wait until the last minute. Check to see which vaccines are required or recommended for the country you’re visiting. And, be sure to get vaccinated four to six weeks before you depart for maximum immunity. Safe travels!
Questions? Contact your healthcare provider for more information, or schedule an appointment.
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