Why does the rotavirus vaccine have to be given by a certain age? - Healthy at Home with Dr. Handy

Dr. Lori Handy talks about rotavirus infections and symptoms, including high fever, vomiting and diarrhea. She cautions that for babies, rotavirus can lead to dehydration and hospitalization. She also talks about the timing of the rotavirus vaccine and why it must be given by a certain age.
00:00 Introduction
00:29 What is rotavirus?
01:04 Timing of rotavirus vaccine
01:30 Rotavirus and intussusception
01:48 Rotavirus vaccine effectiveness
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