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Immunizations
: Immunization Schedule - Canada(Updated: March 2003)


Below is a generalized immunization schedule according to Canadian health guidelines. Vaccination may be delayed if your child is sick with anything other than a mild cold, or if his or her immune system is weakened by immune-suppressing medications.

2 months DPT, IPV, Hib, PNEU, MENI
4 months DPT, IPV, Hib, PNEU, MENI
6 months DPT, IPV Hib, PNEU, MENI
12 months MMR,VAR,PNEU
18 months DPT, IPV, Hib, MMR
4-6 years DPT and IPV, (MMR second dose may be given at this age)
Grade 4 Hepatitis B(some children may need this during infancy)
14-16 years TD, MENI

DTP : Diphtheria, Tetanus (lockjaw) and Pertussis (whooping cough)
Hib : Hemophilus influenza b / Meningitis
IPV : Injected Polio Vaccine
MENI : Meningococcal disease
MMR : Measles, Mumps and Rubella
PNEU : Pneumococcal Disease
TD : Tetanus and Diphtheria only
VAR : Varicella or Chicken Pox


Other Immunizations Topics

The information provided in this site is designed to be an educational aid only. It is not intended to replace the advice and care of your child's physician, nor is it intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. If you suspect that your child has a medical condition, always consult a physician.

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