First in Our Series: How Hesitation Can Endanger Your Child

Hesitation can lead to preventable illness. As part of National Immunization Awareness Month, I want to share Sarah’s story, our first in a series of stories, showing how timely vaccination can protect your family.

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Sarah was hesitant to vaccinate her young son against the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine. She believed she was doing the right thing by delaying it, thinking it might be safer for her child. She wanted to wait until she felt more comfortable, and she thought she was protecting her son from potential side effects.

But months later, her fears turned into heartbreak. Her son contracted measles, a disease she thought she had protected him from. He experienced a high fever, a widespread rash, and complications that required hospitalization. The joy of watching her child grow was overshadowed by worry and regret.

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Sarah’s story is a reminder that hesitation can have serious consequences. Vaccinating on schedule is a simple, proven way to protect your child from dangerous, preventable diseases.

You have the power to make the right choice—vaccinate on time and help keep your family safe.

Stay tuned for more stories this month as we continue to share important messages about immunization.

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