About.com Health: A Shot in the Arm

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Health From Kristin Kane, your About Health Editor I'm not sure who hated vaccination time more, my mother or I. I got stuck, sure, but she had to endure my Oscar-worthy doctor's office dramatics. As Immunization Awareness Month winds down, be sure you know what's recommended for your kids (and you). Then consider having lots of ice cream on standy to make amends for the poking and prodding. Always worked for me. 2010 Childhood Immunization Schedule Each year, a bunch of docs get together and publish new immunization recommendations for kids and teens. One of the changes this year is actually a win for crying kiddies everywhere. When Can My Daughter Get the HPV Vaccine? Total Recall On the surface, vaccines seem to work like sheer magic. (There's a bit more to it than that.) This video shows just how a shot teaches the body to remember what invaders to fight, and how to fight them, if they ever attack. Preservatives and Additives in Vaccines This probably ranks right up there with where to find a Tickle Me Elmo in terms of the most popular parent talk topics of all time. Here, our Guide to Pediatrics delves into some controversial ingredients -- why they're there, and the research behind them. The MMR and Autism What Do I Need As an Adult? Stick me with a needle and I'll turn into a version of my 6-year-old self. Still, I'll be a brave soldier when it comes time for me to get my next recommended shot. And yes, I will treat myself to a vanilla cone afterward...with sprinkles. Will This Year's Flu Shot Protect Me From Swine Flu? Health Ads Health Department of Health Public Health News Technology in Health Free Health Services Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter! Night Vision Issues After Lasik Long-Term Side Effects of Chemo Does Dance Therapy Really Work? When Trying to Lay Off Pasta... Treating a Heat Rash   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Share Your Thoughts "How I Manage Vertigo" Adjusting After Coming Home from the Iraq War What Should Med Students Be Taught About Working With Patients? Advertisement