Vaccine policy
Health and Healing Pediatrics Clinic Vaccine Policy effective as of January 01, 2024.
Our commitment to your child’s health and safety
At Health and Healing Pediatrics, we prioritize your child’s health by providing safe, effective vaccines that protect against serious diseases. Here’s why we stand firmly behind vaccination:
Why we advocate for vaccines
Proven protection
Vaccines are one of the most effective tools to prevent serious illnesses and save lives. The recommended immunization schedule, developed by experts at the CDC and AAP, has been extensively studied to ensure it’s safe and effective for children.
Safety above all
We believe in the safety of all vaccines we administer. Extensive research shows that vaccines do not cause autism or developmental disabilities. Preservatives like thimerosal, used safely in vaccines for decades, also do not cause harm.
Essential for community health
Vaccinating according to the schedule is not just about individual protection. When everyone is vaccinated, we protect those most vulnerable, like infants and immunocompromised individuals, from preventable diseases.
The importance of staying on schedule
Vaccines have led to the near elimination of diseases like polio, whooping cough, and measles in the U.S. But these diseases still pose a real threat, especially when vaccination rates fall. Outbreaks remind us of the potential harm to children and families when immunizations are delayed or skipped. Vaccination is a shared responsibility, and choosing not to vaccinate affects everyone.
Our vaccine policy for patients
To best protect your child and our community, we follow a structured vaccination approach:
| Age group | Vaccine timing | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Infants and toddlers | By three months; boosters by age two | Receive age-appropriate vaccines with additional boosters by age two. |
| Young children (up to 7 years) | Completion by age seven | Complete all additional recommended booster doses by age seven. |
| Preteens and teens (up to 17 years) | Preteen vaccines by 13; teen vaccines by 16 | Receive preteen vaccines by age 13 and all necessary 16-year vaccinations by age 17. |
| Annual flu vaccine | Yearly | Administered to all patients annually unless received elsewhere (e.g., school, pharmacy). |
Infants and toddlers:
By three months; boosters by age two. Receive age-appropriate vaccines with additional boosters by age two.
Young children (up to 7 years):
Completion by age seven. Complete all additional recommended booster doses by age seven.
Preteens and teens (up to 17 years):
Preteen vaccines by 13; teen vaccines by 16. Receive preteen vaccines by age 13 and all necessary 16-year vaccinations by age 17.
Annual flu vaccine:
Yearly. Administered to all patients annually unless received elsewhere (e.g., school, pharmacy).
Addressing your concerns
We understand that the decision to vaccinate can be emotional, and we are here to provide clarity and support. We welcome any questions about vaccine safety or schedule recommendations. However, please note that if you choose not to vaccinate, we will ask that you seek another healthcare provider whose policies align with your preferences, as our focus is on universal vaccination for the health and safety of all.
We’re here to support you
Our dedicated team is here to protect your family’s health with compassionate and personalized care
- Dr. Muhammad Uddin, MD
- Dr. Hasina Hussain, MD
- Dr. Rahima Afroza, MD
- Anu Mathew, PNP
We value your trust and are honored to support your child’s health journey.