Facts You Can Trust. Voices You Know.
Vaccine Education and Resources from NJ Pediatricians
The New Jersey Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (NJAAP) is proud to launch Facts You Can Trust, Voices You Know, a vaccine education and awareness campaign focused on protecting the health of New Jersey’s children.
Pediatric clinicians are among the most trusted voices in child health. This campaign supports pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and practice teams with tools to confidently communicate about vaccines with families.
Grounded in guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics, this initiative provides reliable information, practical communication resources, and educational materials that clinicians can use in everyday conversations with families.
Resources for Pediatric Practices
NJAAP is developing materials to support pediatric practices in communicating about vaccines with clarity and confidence.
NJAAP Vaccine Education Updates
This page will also serve as a central hub for materials developed as part of the Facts You Can Trust, Voices You Know campaign.
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NJAAP is excited to launch a new education campaign to provide parents and caregivers in New Jersey with clear, science-based information about pediatric immunizations. Our goal: dispel myths, share evidence, and support families in keeping children protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccines are safe, effective, and critical to community health.
Timing matters: The immunization schedule recommended by the AAP is based on decades of research to protect children when they are most vulnerable. Following this schedule helps ensure maximum protection from serious diseases.
Vaccine safety matters. Some parents worry about their child receiving too many vaccines at once, but research confirms children can safely receive multiple vaccines at the same appointment. Adhering to the AAP schedule protects children without overloading their immune systems.
Not everything you read online tells the full story. When it comes to your child’s health, your pediatrician is your most trusted resource for accurate, up-to-date information. Pediatricians work alongside families to provide evidence-based recommendations and support confident vaccine decisions.
Protecting infants starts with timely vaccination. Early immunizations prevent serious infections during the first months of life when babies are most vulnerable. Following the AAP schedule ensures maximum protection. Learn more at www.healthychildren.org
Vaccination is a community effort. By vaccinating children on schedule, families in New Jersey help protect vulnerable populations who cannot be vaccinated and help prevent outbreaks.
Vaccine ingredients are carefully monitored for safety. In New Jersey and nationwide, the components in pediatric vaccines are proven safe and effective for infants.
Parents should feel empowered to ask questions about vaccines. Pediatricians provide evidence-based guidance and reassurance to ensure children receive timely, safe protection.
Measles remains a highly contagious disease. Following the recommended immunization schedule helps prevent outbreaks and keeps children safe. Pediatricians recommend timely MMR vaccination for toddlers and preschoolers.
Vaccination protects more than one person — it helps protect entire communities. When vaccination rates drop, preventable diseases can spread more easily, putting infants, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems at greater risk. Staying up to date on recommended vaccines helps keep New Jersey families healthy and safe.
Extensive studies confirm that vaccines are safe and do not cause autism. Parents can follow the AAP schedule with confidence, protecting their children from serious infectious diseases.
Catch-up schedules exist for children and adolescents who are behind on vaccines. Pediatricians can help families safely get infants, children, teens, and young adults up to date on recommended vaccines to stay protected.
The HPV vaccine prevents cancers caused by human papillomavirus. Talk with your child’s pediatrician about HPV vaccination and take an important step toward cancer prevention.
It’s normal to have questions about vaccine side effects. The good news? Most side effects are mild, temporary, and a sign that the body is building protection. Common reactions like soreness, fatigue, or a low-grade fever typically go away within a day or two.
Serious side effects are very rare, and vaccines continue to be carefully monitored for safety long after they are approved. Talk with your child’s pediatrician if you have questions about recommended vaccines. Together, we can help keep New Jersey’s children healthy and protected.
Vaccines give children the opportunity to build protection without experiencing the potentially serious consequences of vaccine-preventable diseases. Choosing vaccination helps keep your child healthy while avoiding the risks of severe illness and hospitalization. If you have questions, your pediatrician is here to help.
Many vaccine-preventable diseases are uncommon today because vaccination works. But when vaccination rates fall, these diseases can return and spread quickly. Staying up to date on recommended vaccines helps protect your child, your family, and your community.
Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, play, explore, and grow. Vaccines help protect children from serious diseases so they can focus on being kids. Talk with your pediatrician to make sure your child is up to date on recommended vaccines.
When it comes to your child’s health, questions are welcome. Your pediatrician is your trusted source for evidence-based vaccine information and personalized guidance. Thank you for following along with our Facts You Can Trust. Voices You Know. series. Together, we can help New Jersey families make informed decisions and keep children healthy.