What Side Effects Should I Expect after Getting Vaccinated?
Dr. Offit discusses common side effects of vaccines and what they mean.
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Why Is Aluminum in Vaccines? Isn’t It Dangerous?
Dr. Paul Offit explains why aluminum is in vaccines, how it helps, where else we are exposed to it, and when it is a problem. He also addresses concerns related to the injection versus ingestion of aluminum.
Is the HPV Vaccine Safe?
Ever since the HPV vaccine was licensed for use in the United States in 2006, people have wondered whether it is safe. In this short video, Dr. Offit describes what we knew about human papillomavirus and the HPV vaccine when it was licensed and what we have since learned.
Wouldn’t It Be Better for My Child to Get These Diseases Naturally?
Dr. Paul Offit explains the difference between immunity following natural infection vs. vaccination and why vaccines are the safer choice.
Why Are Fetal Cells Used to Make Vaccines?
Dr. Paul Offit explains why fetal cells were used to make some vaccines and addresses religious concerns related to their use.
Why Do Kids Get So Many Vaccines at Once?
Dr. Paul Offit explains why children get so many vaccines during one visit and the measures in place to ensure vaccine safety, including concomitant use studies.
Can I Space Out My Baby’s Vaccines?
Dr. Paul Offit explains the drawbacks to spacing out or delaying your child’s vaccines and describes studies of the stress children experience during vaccination.
Doctors Talk: Pertussis
Watch as Drs. Offit and Gans talk about pertussis.
For Families: When Families Grieve
Sesame Street in Communities brings free video content of everyone's favorite, furry Muppet friends as they help children and the adults in their lives reach their highest potential.
Speaking Grief
Speaking Grief explores the transformative experience of losing a family member in a grief-avoidant society.