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Need information on pneumococcal vaccine

2021-09-19 19:19:51
My son is 1year and 10 months old. Can he take pneumococcal vaccine now. What are the  precautions required for that, where can I get that vaccine?
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yes you can give PCV 3 doses , at 2,4,6months. primary vaccination. Always WEIGHT BENEFITSAGAINST SIDE EFFECTS. must give all vaccinations . Side effects are hardly there ,very insignificant
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protect against mosquito to protect against malaria and Dengue.. Take all precautions against Covid

Answered2021-09-20 05:32:00

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Hello, yes u can take. Private and government hospitals are giving tat vaccine
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Child shld b fever free, no cold and cough

Answered2021-09-20 01:13:07

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