How Do You Prevent Disease In Infancy?
Your brand new infant is a source of joy and, when germs fly, a source of worry. Babies are especially susceptible to disease due to their immature immune systems. Maintaining a clean home and keeping up with your child’s vaccinations can help prevent your baby from becoming sick in his early months. Prevent your infant from disease by vaccinating her as advised by your pediatrician. The CDC explains that many diseases, such as pertussis (whooping cough), measles, mumps, rubella, chicken pox and polio, can be prevented through immunization because babies are not born with natural immunity to these illnesses. Ask your child’s pediatrician which shots she is due for during routine well-baby visits throughout the first year of life. Keep your home clean to prevent disease when you have a baby in the house. Wash your hands often, especially after diaper changes. Use hand sanitizer when water and soap are not available. Wipe down toys with sanitizing wipes or wash in a weak solution of blea
