As children across NC get ready to head back to school, it's a good time to make sure they are up to date on vaccines. Children and teens are more susceptible to certain diseases. Vaccines help protect your child and keep them healthy so they can learn and grow.Why vaccines matter"Health care providers and families have the same goal: A healthy future for all our children. Vaccines are an essential piece of child, teen and family well-being."-NC Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai