Immunizations, also called shots or needles, help save lives, prevent serious illnesses, and are recognized as one of the most effective public health interventions.  Immunizations help the body make its own protection (or antibodies) against certain diseases.  Immunizations are given against diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), tetanus, polio, haemophilus influenzae type b (HIB), measles, mumps and rubella (German measles).  Immunizations nay also be given against hepatitis, influenza, chicken pox, meningococcal disease (meningitis) and pneumoccal disease (pneumonia).

Please refer to the useful links on the right, Immunization: Your Best Protection for information on the various vaccines and the routine immunization schedule for children.

For more information contact Public Health at 519-355-1071 ext. 5900 or online at CKhealth@chatham-kent.ca