Asunción, IP Agency.- The Ministry of Public Health reports that in Paraguay, the Expanded Immunization Program includes the rotavirus vaccine in the regular schedule; It is administered in two doses. The first is provided at 2 months of age and the second at 4 months and protects against the virus, which can cause severe dehydration and even death.
About 9 out of 10 vaccinated babies will be protected against severe forms of the disease, and 7 out of 10 against any severity of rotavirus. Side effects are usually mild and temporary, such as irritability or mild vomiting.
The health portfolio highlights the importance of the first dose being administered before the child turns 15 weeks and completing the regimen before 8 months of age. To find out the nearest vaccination centers, you can visit the website www.vacunate.gov.py or call 138 for detailed information.
Rotavirus is a highly contagious virus that causes severe diarrhea and vomiting, mainly affecting babies and young children. The resulting dehydration can be serious and even fatal if not treated in time. The best way to protect children from this disease is through vaccination.
Importance of vaccinating a baby
Rotavirus spreads easily among infants and young children, causing severe symptoms in those who are not vaccinated. The vaccine not only protects your child from episodes of diarrhea and vomiting, but also reduces the chances of absences from school or daycare, allowing parents to avoid having to miss work.
Vaccinating your child is a safe and effective way to protect their health and guarantee healthy and happy growth, says the Ministry of Public Health.
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