Quick Guide to Childhood Vaccines From the FDA

There is some good information in this Parent's Guide to Kids' Vaccines, including benefits and risks, types of vaccines, steps to take when your child is vaccinated, and some commonly used vaccines. Adverse reactions, or other problems, suspected to be caused by vaccines should be discussed with your child's health care provider and reported to the Vaccine Adverse Reaction Reporting System (VAERS). Yes, you can file a report anonymously as a consumer. Also, it is ok to ask your health care provider questions about the vaccines if you have concerns. Vaccine information sheets (VIS) are required by federal law to be given to the caregiver prior to vaccination of each vaccine. They are available in languages other than English. Be sure to ask your child's health care provider for a copy of the VIS in your native language, if you prefer.