MMR Decision Aid - Reasons FOR vaccinating your child
First consider some of the reasons FOR vaccinating your child
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My child will be better protected from common symptoms of these diseases such as rash, high fever, red and painful eyes, swollen glands and joint pain. |
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My child will be better protected from the potentially serious complications of these diseases (e.g. encephalitis or death). |
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I will not have to take time off work to care for my child if they get one or more of these diseases. |
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My child won't face the restrictions imposed by some schools and childcare centres that exclude children who have not been vaccinated. |
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If there is an outbreak of measles, mumps or rubella my child will be able to keep attending school or childcare. |
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My vaccinated child is less likely to pass on diseases to the small number of children and adults who are unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons. |
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Any other reason for having your child vaccinated with MMR that has not been listed? |
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Copyright NCIRS 2009 - Last updated date 16 Sept 2009
