Worried About Missing Vaccinations Because Of Lockdown? Get Answers To All Your Queries At Vaxline
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Newborns have underdeveloped immunity. Hence they are easily susceptible to infections(1). It is vital that we protect them against deadly diseases with the help of scheduled immunizations. After-birth immunization helps to build up a child’s immunity and protects them from serious diseases like hepatitis B and polio(2). In addition to that, immunization also helps to reduce the chances of spreading vaccine preventable diseases to other people that you care about. History has taught us that we can free ourselves from deadly diseases by strictly following the immunization protocol, as in the case of small pox. Therefore, being up to date with vaccination not only protects your child but it also shields the future generation from vaccine preventable diseases(3).
The vaccination period for children begins from birth and lasts until adolescence. Some vaccines are given more than once, at different stages of the child’s life and in combinations to achieve the maximum protection from preventable diseases(4). Hence, it is important that you religiously keep track of the vaccines that has been received and those yet to be received(5).
With the Coronavirus related lockdown in place, it might seem hard for you to adhere to the vaccination schedule provided by your doctor. Motherhood can be overwhelming. Add to that the fear of COVID-19 and unease about the lockdown, you might naturally be stressed about the welfare of your newborn. It is indeed not safe to step out of the house with your newborn with the deadly virus lurking around. In this age of internet and information overload, you may be confused about what to believe, and perhaps also be wondering what are trustworthy sources of information. but in inevitable cases like these, you could perhaps delay the vaccines that are due for your baby. However, there are certain risks that come with it and it is advisable to consult your doctor about it before taking a call on whether or not you should delay your baby’s vaccines.
To relieve mothers of this unnecessary stress, Sanofi’s information-sharing initiative, Vaxline, aims to bring the right information about primary vaccines to new mothers during these worrisome times. Vaxline primarily assists mothers by addressing their vaccine-related queries. In addition to being a reliable and comprehensive resource for mothers, Vaxline provides answers on how to continue with your child’s immunization plan despite the lockdown. The website covers a wide range of topics that span from delayed vaccination due to the lockdown, to guiding principles for immunization during COVID-19. The page also offers tips on hygiene practices to followed by the entire family if you have a newborn at home.
Vaxline was born from the belief that the lockdown due to COVID-19 should not become a lockdown on your child’s vaccination schedule. If you have missed a vaccination due to lockdown, Vaxline assures you that you do not need to worry. You can always contact your doctor to discuss the acceptable delays on your child’s vaccination. The Vaxline page also provides notes for healthcare employees on how to proceed with immunization during the lockdown.
If you are an anxious mother who is unable to find satisfactory answers on a certain problem, a toll-free number is provided for special assistance. You can call this number and get your vaccination-related issues resolved by experts. Additionally, there is a detailed FAQ page regarding COVID-19, that elaborates on how to care for your infant and prevent them from contracting the disease.
Vaxline encourages the use of telemedicine during the lockdown so as to prevent the spread of the disease. This not only protects you and your child from coming in contact with the virus but also helps to avoid overcrowding of health centers and hospitals. There are various virtual services that are made accessible from home, ranging from medicare telehealth visits, virtual check-in, and e-visits through Vaxline. To know more about how to utilize the advantages of telemedicine, visit the Vaxline or call their toll-free number.
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