Childhood Immunizations
As your child grows, routine immunizations continue to play a vital role in protecting their health. Between 19 months and 10 years old, children receive important booster shots that strengthen immunity built during infancy and provide protection against diseases like measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox, polio, and whooping cough.
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These vaccines are timed to offer the best defense during early school years—when kids are in close contact with others and more likely to be exposed to germs. Staying on schedule with immunizations not only helps prevent serious illness but also keeps your child eligible to attend school and participate in activities.
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At NCCHS, we make it easy to keep your child on track. Our team is here to answer your questions, explain the vaccine schedule, and make sure your child is protected every step of the way. Call 785-284-2152 to schedule an appointment or to figure out what immunization your child needs.
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Vaccines are a simple, powerful way to protect your child—and the community—from preventable diseases.
Diphtheria, Tetanus, and acellular Pertussis (DTap)
The DTaP vaccine protects your child from three serious diseases. Diphtheria can cause breathing problems, tetanus causes painful muscle tightening (lockjaw), and pertussis (whooping cough) can lead to severe coughing fits and trouble breathing, especially in babies. Boosters help keep your child’s protection strong as they grow.
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella
​The MMR vaccine protects against three contagious diseases. Measles can lead to pneumonia and brain swelling, mumps can cause hearing loss and swelling of the brain or reproductive organs, and rubella can be dangerous for unborn babies. Two doses provide strong, long-lasting protection.
Hepatitis A
​Hepatitis A is a virus that affects the liver and spreads through contaminated food, water, or close contact with someone who’s infected. It can cause fever, stomach pain, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin (jaundice). Two doses of the vaccine provide strong protection and peace of mind.
COVID-19
COVID-19 can affect children of all ages and may lead to serious illness, long-term symptoms, or hospitalization. The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect your child by reducing the risk of severe illness and spread to others. Staying up to date with recommended doses keeps their protection strong as the virus evolves.
Varicella
​Chickenpox causes an itchy rash, fever, and fatigue. While many cases are mild, it can sometimes lead to skin infections, pneumonia, or serious complications. The varicella vaccine protects your child and helps stop the spread to others, including newborns and people with weak immune systems.