Polio

Polio is a disease caused by a virus. It is spread mainly by person-to-person contact. It can also be spread by consuming food or drinks that are contaminated with the feces of an infected person.

Why get your child vaccinated?

Polio is an infectious disease caused by a virus that lives in the throat and intestinal tract. It is most often spread through person-to-person contact with the stool of an infected person and may also be spread through oral/nasal secretions. Most people infected with polio have no symptoms, and many recover without complications. But sometimes people who get polio develop paralysis (cannot move their arms or legs).

Polio used to be very common in the United States. It paralyzed and killed thousands of people every year before polio vaccine was introduced in 1955. There is no cure for polio infection, but it can be prevented by vaccination.

Polio can result in permanent disability and can also cause death, usually by paralyzing the muscles used for breathing.

When should your child get the Polio vaccine?

Most people should get IPV when they are children. Doses of IPV are usually given at 2, 4, 6 to 18 months, and 4 to 6 years of age. The schedule might be different for some children (including those traveling to certain countries and those who receive IPV as part of a combination vaccine). Your health care provider can give you more information.

Other Routine Immunizations We Provide

Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTaP)
Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis are serious diseases caused by bacteria. Diphtheria and pertussis are spread from person to person. Tetanus enters the body through cuts or wounds.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). HAV is spread from person to person through contact with the feces (stool) of people who are infected, which can easily happen if someone does not wash his or her hands properly.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a serious disease that affects the liver. It is caused by the hepatitis B virus. Hepatitis B can cause mild illness lasting a few weeks, or it can lead to a serious, lifelong illness.
Hib (Haemophilus Influenzae Type B)
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) disease is a serious disease caused by bacteria. It usually affects children under 5 years old. It can also affect adults with certain medical conditions.
HPV
HPV vaccine prevents infection with human papillomavirus (HPV) types that are associated with many cancers.
Influenza – Inactivated
Influenza or “flu” is a contagious disease that spreads around the United States every year, usually between October and May.
Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella (chickenpox) can be serious diseases. These diseases can spread from person to person through the air. Varicella can also be spread through contact with fluid from chickenpox blisters.
Measles, Mumps, Rubella & Varicella (MMRV)
Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella (chickenpox) can be serious diseases. These diseases can spread from person to person through the air. Varicella can also be spread through contact with fluid from chickenpox blisters.

Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccines (MCV)
Meningococcal disease is a serious illness caused by a type of bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis. It can lead to meningitis (infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord) and infections of the blood.
Serogroup B Meningococcal (MenB)
Meningococcal disease is a serious illness caused by a type of bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis. It can lead to meningitis (infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord) and infections of the blood.
Pneumococcal Conjugate (PCV13)
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria that can spread from person to person through close contact. It can cause ear infections, and it can also lead to more serious infections .
Polio
Polio is a disease caused by a virus. It is spread mainly by person-to-person contact. It can also be spread by consuming food or drinks that are contaminated with the feces of an infected person.
Rotavirus
Rotavirus is a virus that causes diarrhea, mostly in babies and young children. The diarrhea can be severe, and lead to dehydration.
Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis are very serious diseases. Tdap vaccine given to pregnant women can protect newborn babies against pertussis.
Varicella (Chickenpox)
Chickenpox (also called varicella) is a common childhood disease. It is usually mild, but it can be serious, especially in young infants and adults.