City Health is urging parents to doublecheck their children’s vaccination records as recent data shows a concerning trend of decreasing child immunisations. Vaccinations are both secure and effective, and South Africa follows the vaccination guidelines set by the World Health Organisation. Children are set to receive 16 vaccines from birth till the age of 12, and caregivers need not panic if vaccinations are not up to date. It is essential to ensure children are wellprotected against numerous diseases before they start their educational journey.