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A member asked:
Hi, my son turned 6 and he is due for his 6 years vaccinations. im in south africa and infection rate for covid is getting scary.im nervous to take him to any health care facilities because of the virus.how long can he stay without this vaccines?
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Vaccinations: Please call his provider. Many facilities are doing immunizations by appointment. Often there are no other people in waiting room and the spaces are cleaned between patients. Call & get more information before you make the decision to delay vaccinations.
Answered 7/7/2020
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