By following the recommended immunization schedule, you can protect your child against over a dozen vaccine-preventable diseases like polio, hepatitis and measles by the age of two. But that’s a lot of shots, so you might want to think carefully about where you want to have your vaccinations done. Ideally, you want a clean hospital or clinic that suits your budget, and where your child feels comfortable. CamboKidz has a few suggestions.
This clean and well-managed hospital (as well as its sister facility in Tuol Kork) is a popular choice as a delivery hospital for expat families. Many newborn babies receive their first jab here – a BCG vaccine given at birth – and their parents continue to bring them back for all their scheduled immunizations.
Why bring your kids to the Pasteur Institute for their immunizations? Well, for starters, the vaccination center here administers over 30,000 injections per year so they know what they’re doing. And the organization’s reputation is sterling, so you’re assured of the highest quality vaccines and proper cold chain management. It’s also the place to come if your kid needs a rabies shot.
The clinic looks a bit rundown, but a lot of local and expat parents swear by it for minor medical issues and routine care. And it makes sense if you’re on a budget, as your child will get the same imported vaccines here that you’ll find in the bigger hospitals and clinics - but for a fraction of the price.
Getting a vaccination shot can be traumatic for babies (and even adults), especially as they start to equate the frequent return visits to a hospital or clinic with a sudden, painful needle jab in the arm or buttocks. One great thing about Maxicare is the colorful and soothing decor of the waiting area, which can help young children feel at ease.
There’s a lot to like about this child and maternity-focused clinic: the clean building, the relaxed waiting area, and efficient staff used to dealing with parents and their children. And the price is very reasonable too.
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