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Pneumococcal Vaccine
Prevenar is a vaccine against pneumococcal bacteria, which cause infectious diseases such as pneumonia and bacterial meningitis. It is important to vaccinate children and infants against pneumococcal disease
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Parents and Parenting
- 06 Oct 2026
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Influenza Vaccine
Influenza can cause complications such as pneumonia, hospitalization, and even death. The influenza vaccine for infants and children is safe, recommended from 6 months of age, and provides protection for one winter
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Parents and Parenting
- 11 Sep 2026
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The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine protects against the virus strains that can cause cervical cancer and other severe illnesses. Its effectiveness is higher when administered at a young age, emphasizing the importance of timely vaccination.
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Parents and Parenting
- 06 Oct 2026
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Hepatitis A Vaccine
Hepatitis A is a disease caused by the Hepatitis A virus, which attacks the liver. Symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, nausea, and jaundice. The hepatitis A vaccine can prevent rare complications involving liver failure
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Parents and Parenting
- 22 Sep 2026
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Meningococcal B (Bexsero) Vaccine
Infection with meningococcal B bacteria can cause meningitis, a contagious and potentially fatal disease, as well as bloodstream infections and other infections. The vaccine is recommended and is available from HMOs for a fee
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Parents and Parenting
- 23 Sep 2026
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Rotavirus Vaccine
Rotavirus causes vomiting, severe diarrhea, and fluid loss, which can be especially dangerous for infants aged 6 months to 2 years. The rotavirus vaccine reduces the risk by 90%
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Parents and Parenting
- 06 Oct 2026
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COVID Vaccine
COVID-19 is still here, and vaccination is recommended for infants and children as well. The vaccine, adapted to current variants, can help prevent complications, including pneumonia, kidney failure, and even death.
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Parents and Parenting
- 28 Aug 2026
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Diphtheria Vaccine
Diphtheria bacteria can cause suffocation, disability, and even death, so it is important to vaccinate infants and children. The vaccine is given as part of the five-in-one vaccine, which also protects against tetanus, pertussis, polio, and Haemophilus influenzae type B
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Parents and Parenting
- 06 Oct 2026
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Tetanus Vaccine
Tetanus is a severe disease that can sometimes lead to death. It is essential to vaccinate infants and children against it.
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Parents and Parenting
- 06 Oct 2026
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Pertussis Vaccine
The pertussis vaccine prevents a contagious disease that causes severe coughing fits and can lead to pauses in breathing and even death, especially in infants. The vaccine is given as part of the 5-in-1 vaccine
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Parents and Parenting
- 06 Oct 2026
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