How we can all help protect babies with immunizations

This study should mostly be a wake-up call to health care providers, who clearly need to do a better job of getting information about the benefits of immunization to pregnant women. But it also points out that every single one of us can make a difference, by getting the word out. The majority of American children are fully immunized, yet it’s the parents who choose not to immunize who are more vocal. That needs to change — especially because studies clearly show that when it comes to health information, the opinions of friends and family really do matter. So speak up. If you have vaccinated your children, talk with your friends about it, especially your friends who are pregnant or thinking about having a baby. Tell them why you chose to do it. Talk about your experience. Encourage them to vaccinate their child. You could quite literally save a life. The post How we can all help protect babies with immunizations appeared first on Harvard Health Blog.
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