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Father of a 4 yr old boy3 years ago

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My child is 12 weeks old and I'm giving all vaccines ontime except PCV as it wasn't available at nearby hospital. As per the vaccination chart, the first PCV can be given at 6th week. Now, PCV vaccine is available, so can I give PCV 1 vaccine to my child now?

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Dr. Vaibhav jainFather of a 5 yr 9 m old girl3 years ago

A. can be done now. it s a normal thing as per what you have mentioned about this so for now does not appear to be worry some so do not worry at all about it .

Manali K MehtaMom of a 9 yr 3 m old boy3 years ago

A. Hi parent yes mam you can go for it please consult with your pediatrician about this matter please maintain hygiene properly with Babyhug instant sanitizer

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