TOPIC 3 : CHILD IMMUNIZATION FORM THREE

Child Immunization

Immunization is the introduction of a vaccine into the body to protect it against a particular disease or infection. It prepares the body to defend itself against specific diseases by stimulating the immune system to produce appropriate antibodies.

Objectives
By the end of the lesson, you should be able to define the term immunization. Importance of
Immunization

It is important for children to be immunized so as to:

• Prevent harm caused by some diseases
• Reduce child mortality.
• Prevent permanent injury or disfigurement.
• Save on money that could have been used on treatment. Objective

By the end of the lesson you should be able to explain the importance of immunization

Immunization Schedule
Immunization schedule is a programme of immunization for a country.

Objective
By the end of the lesson you should be able to explain the immunization schedule.