Adults need more than an annual influenza vaccination.
Although most adults know they are recommended to receive influenza vaccine each year, they may not be aware of other vaccines that might be recommended for them to prevent tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), pneumococcal disease, shingles, hepatitis A and B, meningococcal disease, measles, mumps, rubella, and human papillomavirus.
Vaccines aren't just for kids - adults immune system naturally weaken with age - increasing their risk for certain infectious diseases.
Get informed about your personal risks. In addition to having an aging immune system, certain underlying conditions can increase risks among adults.
Because of these risks, it is important for adults to be mindful of aging in the healthest way!
Vaccines can help prevent deadly diseases.
Vaccines help larger populations reach herd immunity. Vaccines work by teaching the body's immune system to recongnize and defend against harmful viruses or bacteria before getting an infection. Once vaccinated to begins to slow down the spread of the virus.
There may be additional vaccines recommended for adults with certain conditions, including those with:
Diabetes Heart Disease HIV Infection Liver Damage COPD or Asthma
Schedule an appointment to discuss what vaccines you need. If you are an adult, factors including your age, your job, lifestyle, travel or health conditions can put you at higher rist for certain vaccine-preventable diseases.
