FAQ on vaccination

Can vaccine be given when the child is sick ?

Vaccination can be done in babies having minor illness like running nose , mild cough and mild fever but if illness is moderate to severe or severe enough to require  medical attention , it's better to postpone vaccination.

Is it right to receive combination vaccinations.

Yes , they are equally effective and safe as when given separately.

Does fever indicates vaccination was successful. 

Fever may or may occur after vaccine. It's not a sign of efficacy of vaccine.

Is vaccination 100 percent effective in preventing the disease for which it was given.

No , different vaccines have different efficacy. But vaccination is protective in majority of children in preventing the disease or preventing severe illness.