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3 reasons why do children need to get immunized:

1. The immune system of the children is compromised and they are prone to any communicable and infectious diseases like TB, pertussis, rabies, and tetanus - that's why immunization is necessary.
2. Through the immunization program, children will acquire passive immunity and this serves as their primary protection against any diseases.
3. Vaccines are considered to be the most important tool in preventing outbreaks. If no one gets vaccinated then the spread of diseases will be out of control and a high mortality rate will inevitable.

4 recommended immunizations for children 0-6 years old to protect them from diseases.

1. DPT — The DPT is an immunization that prevents Diphtheria, Pertussis, and Tetanus. The newborn baby should complete the 3 doses. 1st dose will be given during week 6, 2nd dose will be given at week 10, and the last dose will be given during the 14th week.
2. BCG — BCG is a type of vaccine that contains live and weak bacteria. This vaccine gives protection against Tuberculosis (TB). BCG should be administered after 24 hrs of birth.
3. OPV — the oral polio vaccine (OPV ) which basically prevents polio is given in 3 doses. This vaccine should be first given when the baby is 6 weeks old, and the second and third doses will be given with 4 weeks of interval.
4. HEPA B — HEPA B vaccine that prevents hepatitis should be administered at birth. HEPA B shall complete the 3 doses with 4 weeks of intervals upon administration.

Most of the vaccines are given right after birth because infants or children have weaker immune system than the adults.