Children’s vaccinations dip during pandemic

News 11's Crystal Jimenez takes a closer look at this disturbing trend

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - During the height of the pandemic, Sunset Health said it saw a decrease of children being vaccinated for serious diseases.

Since then it has been able to catch up it's patients on routine shots and check-ups.

This news comes after Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) reported 40% of parents said they have missed vaccinations due to COVID-19.

BCBS also reported nine million doses of this vaccine can be missed by the end of the year.

Posing a serious threat to herd immunity of serious and deadly diseases.

Sunset Health has reported that when COVID-19 numbers began going down, it was able to push parents through it's doors.

Also, making the process easy for parents by offering walk-ins.

Those who have yet to catch their children up on vaccinations since the start of the pandemic are urged to do so with their providers.