Vaccines are the most powerful and safest protection that modern medicine offers children. With a single drop or a single injection, many diseases that could run a severe course are prevented. In Şahinbey, Gaziantep, we administer childhood vaccines under specialist supervision, together with a pre-vaccination examination and post-vaccination guidance.
Why Is Vaccination So Important?
Vaccines protect not only the vaccinated child but society as a whole. When a sufficient vaccination rate is achieved, infants too young to be vaccinated and children with weakened immune systems are also indirectly protected (herd immunity). When you consider the severe consequences of diseases such as measles, whooping cough, and meningitis, the value of timely vaccination becomes clearer. For more on rash-causing diseases, you can read our articles on Measles and Chickenpox.
Which Vaccines Do We Administer?
National Immunization Schedule
We administer on time all vaccines provided free of charge by the Ministry of Health (Hepatitis B, BCG, the six-in-one combination, MMR, chickenpox, Hepatitis A, PCV, etc.) and track them by recording them on your vaccination card. For the complete month-by-month list, see our 2026 Turkey Vaccination Schedule guide.
Optional (Elective) Vaccines
Vaccines that are not part of the national schedule but provide additional protection:
- Rotavirus vaccine — against the leading cause of severe diarrhea and fluid loss in infants. Related: Rotavirus Diarrhea.
- Meningococcal vaccines (MCV4 / Men B) — against rapidly progressing meningitis and bloodstream infections. Related: Meningitis.
- HPV vaccine — recommended during adolescence to protect against certain cancers later in life.
- Flu (influenza) vaccine — especially for children with asthma, chronic illness, or frequent infections. Related: Flu in Children.
The need for these vaccines is evaluated together during the examination based on your child's age and health condition.
The Pre- and Post-Vaccination Process
Pre-Vaccination Examination
Before every vaccination, the child's general condition is assessed. A mild cold is not an obstacle to most vaccines; however, vaccination may be postponed in the case of an illness with a high fever.
Post-Vaccination Guidance
Temporary side effects such as redness at the injection site, mild swelling, and a mild fever can be expected. We share in writing and verbally what should be done in these situations and which symptoms warrant a visit to the doctor. Our article How to Lower a Fever in Babies? is helpful for managing fever.
Catching Up on Delayed Vaccinations
A vaccination schedule that has fallen behind for various reasons is not started over; a catch-up plan is created based on the child's age and previous vaccines, and it is safely completed as soon as possible. Bringing your vaccination card with you speeds up the process.
Frequently Recurring Infections
If your child gets sick often, this is usually a natural part of the immune system developing; however, some situations require further evaluation. You can read our article on Frequently Recurring Infections on this topic.
Related guides: 2026 Vaccination Schedule • Flu in Children • Meningitis
Frequently Asked Questions
These vaccines, which are not part of the national schedule, provide additional protection against serious diseases; we evaluate them together during the examination based on your child's condition.
Mild fever and redness at the injection site are common, temporary side effects. Consult your doctor if the fever is high or persistent.
No. Delayed vaccinations are not started over; they are completed with a 'catch-up' plan from where they left off.
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