[header] How to prevent haemophilus influenzae type b (hib) in children [title] Vaccinate your baby starting at 2 months old. [step] The hib vaccine, or shot, is the best way to prevent hib infection and is 95% effective. All children younger than 5 years old should get the hib vaccine. 
Make sure your child gets all doses for the best protection, and if you miss a dose or get behind schedule get the next dose as soon as you can. Children should get a hib vaccine at : [substeps] First dose : 2 months of age.