Thursday, July 22, 2010

What is the name of the injection or vaccination for babies, to be given within 24 hours after delivery?

it has been developed or discovered in israel. i forgot it's name. if somebody knows it, i would be very glad to have my querry answered. thank you.

What is the name of the injection or vaccination for babies, to be given within 24 hours after delivery?
Hello! I gave birth to my son 5 months ago and the only needle he got after birth was the hepatitis B immunisation...then at 2 months he got Diptherie - tetanus - whooping cough,heb B, haemophilus influenzae type b,polio,and pneumococcal disease.
Reply:It's also possible that you're referring to the vitamin K shot given to newborns to increase the clotting factor in their blood, as they can't do it themselves when they're brand new. It's recommended in case of trauma or circumcision, especially, but as with all vaccines, you can refuse and sign a waiver.
Reply:I believe it's Polio vaccine.


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