MARQUETTE — According to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, here’s what parents need to know:

≤ DTaP vaccine is recommended at 2, 4, 6, 15-18 months, and 4-6 years to protect against diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis.

≤ MMR vaccine is recommended at 12-15 months and again at 4-6 years.

≤ Vaccines are available through pediatricians, most pharmacies and local health departments.

≤ Children eligible for the Vaccines for Children program can receive vaccines at no cost from enrolled providers.

“With vaccine-preventable diseases making a comeback in our state and across the country, this is not the time to let our guard down,” said Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, chief medical executive for the state of Michigan. “This is a good time to call your health care provider and make sure your family is up to date on vaccines.”