Ensuring Your Child Grows Up Healthy
At Sadler Health Center, we provide a full range of pediatric services for newborns, infants, toddlers and adolescents. From physical checkups to wellness visits, we are here to support your child’s health at every stage. Our providers also offer expert guidance on a wide variety of children’s health issues to keep your family informed and empowered.
In addition to our routine pediatric care, we participate in specialized programs to address the unique health needs of children, including:
- The Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT) program, which offers comprehensive preventive health services for children under 21 enrolled in Medicaid.
- The Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Vaccines for Children (VFC) program, providing free vaccines for uninsured children or those whose insurance does not cover immunizations.
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Protect Your Child’s Health with Immunizations
One of the most effective ways to protect your child against serious diseases is through timely immunizations. Vaccines are safe, proven tools that prevent the spread of infectious diseases and keep your child healthy.
How Do Vaccines Work?
Vaccines help your child’s immune system recognize and fight off harmful diseases like measles, mumps, rubella and whooping cough before they can cause serious illness. By introducing a harmless piece of the disease-causing virus or bacteria, vaccines train the immune system to respond quickly and effectively if exposed in the future.
To learn more about how vaccines work, watch this informative video from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
How Effective Are Vaccines?
Vaccines are highly effective in preventing serious diseases. In fact, vaccines have led to the near elimination of many illnesses that once caused severe health problems in children.
Recommended Immunization Schedule
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides a comprehensive immunization schedule for children and adolescents. Following this schedule ensures your child receives the necessary vaccines at the right time.
For more information on recommended vaccines, please refer to the CDC’s Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule.
Schedule an Appointment
Sadler Health Center offers convenient appointments to ensure your child stays on track with their vaccinations.
To schedule your child’s immunization appointment:
- Click here to use our easy and convenient online scheduling tool.
- Or call 717-218-6670.