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The back-to-school season brings excitement and a fresh start for students. It’s also a great time for parents to assess their child’s health and take some preventative steps before the busy school year gets underway. Here are a few things you can do before classes begin to help your child start off the school year on the right foot.

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Back-to-school vaccines

Many vaccines are necessary because they not only protect your child, but also everyone else from contracting a virus. Before going back to school, your child should get certain vaccines.
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Understanding an immunization record

Have you ever tried to read your child’s immunization record but gave up because you got totally confused? Here’s a quick guide that will help you understand what shots your child has received.

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