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Are These Shots Safe?

From Centers for Disease Control, for About.com

Question: Are These Shots Safe?
Answer: Shots are very safe, but they are not perfect. Like any other medicine they can occasionally cause reactions. Usually these are mild, like a sore arm or a slight fever. Serious reactions are rare, but they can happen. Your doctor or nurse can discuss the risks with you before your child gets her shots. The important thing to remember is that getting the diseases is much more dangerous than getting the shots.

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