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Navigating Vaccine Decisions for Infants
This chapter explores the evolution of the DTaP vaccine, highlighting both its benefits and drawbacks, including concerns about whooping cough transmission and potential side effects like brain inflammation in infants. It emphasizes the significance of informed consent for parents when weighing the risks of vaccination against the rarity of vaccine-preventable diseases. The discussion also examines factors such as daycare attendance and breastfeeding in relation to child health and the complexities of making informed vaccine choices.