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Protects against: Hepatitis B infection; a liver infection caused by the Hepatitis B virus.
To be given: within the first 24 hours after birth
How can you help protect your child?
The Hepatitis B vaccine can be provided alone or in combination vaccines that also help protect against other diseases, as part of routine immunization for infants. Consult with your healthcare professional for further information.
Dose: 1 of 1
Protects against: Tuberculosis
To be given: Before discharge
How can you help protect your child?
BCG is currently the only available TB vaccine and can help protect against tuberculosis infection. The BCG vaccine can be provided as part of routine immunization for infants. Consult with your healthcare professional for further information.
Dose: 1 of 1
Protects against: Polio; a disease caused by a virus that can affect the nerves
To be given: As soon as possible after birth
How can you help protect your child?
The polio vaccine can be provided alone or included in combination vaccines that also help protect against other diseases, as part of routine immunization for infants. Unfortunately, there is no cure for the disease. Consult with your healthcare professional for further information.
CATCH-UP VACCINATION
If you miss out the dose of these vaccinations during the stipulated time, you can consult with your doctor for a Catch-up Vaccination.
What are the precautions to be taken during vaccination in these times?
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Information appearing in this material is for general awareness only. Nothing contained in this material constitutes medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any medical queries, any question or concern you may have regarding your condition. The disease list indicated for vaccination is not complete, please consult your child’s Paediatrician for the complete vaccination schedule. The disease representation icons/images and animation are for illustrative purpose only.