Whooping Cough (Pertussis)-Protect yourself, your baby, and your family with vaccines
Whooping cough is on the rise in communities across the United States. The disease can be very severe, even deadly, for babies younger than 6 months of age. Whooping cough vaccines are the best way to prevent the disease and protect the infants in your life. Learn more about whooping cough and the vaccines to prevent it.
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Diseases and the Vaccines that Prevent Them
Learn more about the 16 diseases that can be prevented with vaccines, as well as the benefits and risks of vaccination.
Inspector General's Report on Vaccines for Children
CDC addressing vaccine management issues; no need for children to be revaccinated. More>>
Who & When
(Immunization Schedules)
Birth through 6 Years
7 through 18 Years
19 Years and Older
Learn more about how CDC sets the immunization schedule for your family
Journey of Your Child's Vaccine
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Traveling Soon?
What vaccines does your child need before international travel? If you plan international travel with your child, see vaccine recommendations for infants & children.
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