CDC

How does it apply to ECE environment

If there is a child that hasn't had a vaccine but has a disease, it can travel to other children and effect their health which could turn into deadly cases. Insuring parents use the information will provide a safe and healthy environment for play in your day care and for your work environment.

CDC

Positives

This is very good because this website is very helpful keeping you up to date with what your child needs to stay healthy.

Not only can you create a schedule but can send you daily emails, meaning its an up-to-date website.

Can explain what vaccines can do, ingredients, safety, side affects and risks.

Who and When (Immunization schedules)

You can also create a schedule for child and see when you missed a shot date and can catch you up

In addition;

Begins to tell you about vaccination about your child starting for birth up to 18 years.

Gives your information on some of the 14 serious diseases you want to protect your child from

Tells your which immunization your child should take in protecting their health and safe in the future

If still unsure why, there is a link giving reasons why it is a good idea to begin these process for your child

What

CDC is a website for parents on whether you should vaccinate your child and why.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents/

Topic within Website:

Influenza

The flu is more dangerous then a common cold at this age.

2-3 years:

By this age your child should have 14 vaccine preventable diseases.

Between these ages your child should visit the doctor once a year check up

Get the influenza shot every flu season

If your child does get sick within this age group, it can result in death.

Single best way to protect from flu is to get them vaccinated each year

Symptoms of flu include; high fever, runny nose, headaches, chills, fatigue, vomiting, etc

Plus

Very visual and is easy to understand! It is also government website meaning that it is trust worthy