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Should kids just "get the disease" instead of being vaccinated? Can vaccines really overwhelm a child's immune system? Who decides what vaccines we get—and why? If you're a new parent with questions about vaccines, you're not alone. In this 2-part episode of Science in 5, WHO's Dr. Kate O'Brien breaks down the science behind childhood vaccinations, the importance of the schedule, and the truth behind common concerns.
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Should kids just "get the disease" instead of being vaccinated? Can vaccines really overwhelm a child's immune system? Who decides what vaccines we get—and why? If you're a new parent with questions about vaccines, you're not alone. In this 2-part episode of Science in 5, WHO's Dr. Kate O'Brien breaks down the science behind childhood vaccinations, the importance of the schedule, and the truth behind common concerns.

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