Seasonal Flu Vaccine 2020-2021
Pediatrics Northwest is now offering the seasonal flu vaccine. Patients are welcome to schedule flu-shot-only appointments by calling our scheduling…
Immunizations/Vaccines
Should My Child Wait to Get Their Vaccines?
Vaccines are effective. Vaccines are safe. Vaccines save lives. These are truths that we all stand behind at Pediatrics Northwest.…
It’s Not Too Late to Get Your Flu Shot
Although COVID-19 is grabbing a lot of attention right now because it is a new virus, it is important to…
Are Vaccines Really Safe?
Why are vaccines important? Vaccines are important to protect your child from diseases that lead to many serious complications, even…
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A Closer Look at Measles
Vaccines have literally transformed the landscape of medicine over the course of the 20th century. Before vaccines, parents in the…
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Parents: YOU can be an HPV Hero!
An open letter to parents everywhere: Psst… Did you know you can protect your children against cancer and your future grandchildren against death…
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AAP Recommends HepB Vaccine within first 24 hours
The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its recommendations regarding the hepatitis B (HepB) vaccine schedule for newborns. According to…
5 Ways to Make Shots Less Stressful
Even though you are keeping her safe from diseases, it’s hard to see your child cry when she gets her…
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Mom Brings Flu Awareness After Daughter’s Death
For Rebecca Hendricks of Tacoma, flu shots were just another item on her already long list of things to do…