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There is no problem in switching to the government immunization schedule. However, a few important vaccines are not included in the routine government schedule and are available only in the private sector. These are recommended to provide broader protection:
* Influenza (flu) vaccine.
* Typhoid conjugate vaccine (TCV).
* MMR vaccine: The government provides the MR vaccine, whereas the private schedule recommends MMR which also protects against mumps.
* Hepatitis A vaccine
* Chickenpox (Varicella) vaccine
* Meningococcal vaccine.
You can continue the routine vaccines through the government program while taking these additional recommended vaccines in the private sector after discussing the schedule with your pediatrician.
Answered2026-07-22 05:06:00
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