Are immunizations safe?
Immunizations Immunizations are really quite safe. There are very small risks of serious problems from immunizations but the protection that they provide far outweigh the risks and temporary discomforts your child may experience. There are some minor side effects of immunizations. Some may cause mild fever, soreness or a lump under the skin where the shot was given. If you have question about immunizations, speak with your family doctor.
Like any other medicine they occasionally can cause reactions. Usually these are mild, like a sore arm or a slight fever. Serious reactions are rare, but they can happen. Your doctor or nurse can discuss the risks with you before your child gets his or her shots. The important thing to remember is that getting the diseases immunizations prevent is much more dangerous than getting the vaccines.
Yes, very safe. But like any medicine they can occasionally cause reactions. Usually these are mild, like a sore arm or a slight fever. Serious reactions are rare. Your doctor or nurse will discuss these with you before giving immunizations to your child. The important thing to remember is that children are in much more danger from the diseases than from the shots.
