Why do children get vaccines starting at such a young age?

The recommended schedule is designed to protect infants and young children early in life, when they are most vulnerable, and before they are potentially exposed to vaccine-preventable diseases.

 

Infants and young children are at greater risk from vaccine-preventable diseases because their immune systems are less mature and less able to fight off infection. If an infant or young child were to get a vaccine-preventable disease, it could be very serious and life-threatening.

 

Vaccinating children on time (starting at 2 months of age) gives them the best protection as early as possible.

 

Learn about why it's important to follow the recommended schedule and get all vaccines on time.