Seema Devi Seema Devi Asked 4 months ago

What age do you get tb vaccine?

My new baby just got her BCG vaccine, which I know is for TB. I'm just curious, is this the only TB vaccine, and at what age are people usually given it?

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Rohan Bhatia Rohan Bhatia Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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In India, we get the BCG vaccine right at birth, which is why we have that classic round mark on our left arm. It's basically a childhood badge before we grow up to obsess over biryani and kebabs!

Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

When my kid was born, I was so stressed about all the pain from vaccinations. But the hospital staff explained that the TB vaccine (BCG) is standard right at birth. It is hard to watch your tiny baby get a shot, but it is absolutely necessary for their protection.

Shalini Pandey Shalini Pandey Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, the TB vaccine (BCG) is given at birth itself. As adults, we can't really do much about that vaccine now, but keeping our lungs strong through daily brisk walking and cardio exercises is a great way to maintain overall respiratory health.

Jaspreet Singh Jaspreet Singh Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

The BCG shot is given to infants at birth. I actually had a TB scare recently and finished my medication course last month. Trust me, getting vaccinated in infancy is critical, and as adults, if you ever get symptoms like a persistent cough, go get tested immediately.

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Gopalakrishnan Nair Gopalakrishnan Nair Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

The BCG vaccine for tuberculosis is strictly given to newborn babies within the first few days of birth, as per our government immunization guidelines. It is the most vital shield for infants. Along with it, feeding the child proper mother's milk builds the best natural immunity.

Sita Devi Sita Devi Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

We always give the BCG vaccine to babies immediately after birth in our family. If a child missed it, they can still get it up to one year of age, but please consult your pediatrician. For general immunity against coughs, we also give a little ginger juice with honey, but the medical vaccine is must.

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