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Children's immunizations: In the United States, it is recommended that all children receive vaccination against:

Hepatitis B
Diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis
Haemophilus influenzae type B (HIB)
Poliovirus
Measles, mumps, rubella
Varicella zoster virus (chickenpox).

Every child in the U.S. should have these vaccinations except when there are special circumstances and the child's doctor advises specifically against a vaccination.

Last Editorial Review: 3/26/1998 2:24:00 PM

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