Dear Parents: A doctor tells why vaccinations are importantBy Steve Dudley
It depends on the vaccine, but with most, protection can last for years – and even be lifelong. Even if protection wears off over the years, your child will be protected when their immune system is at its most vulnerable, especially if they stay up to date on their vaccinations during c...
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in children missing months of wellness visits. And that means missing routine vaccinations. Some parents may not be aware that their children are behind on their vaccinations. Mayo Clinic, along with other health care organizations, is working hard to make paren...
The CDC recommends that people age 6 months or older receiveflu vaccinations, which is effective for about six months, by late October. The vaccine is effective for about six months so if you get vaccinated too early there is a chance your immunity might wane. Certain children may need a b...
[Immunizing is not only a children's matter! : Why vaccinations are also important for adults]. Vaccinations belong to the ten most effective public health achievements worldwide. While immunization programms for children are installed in Europe, vaccinations for adults are not established. However...
Vaccinations provide important protection for your pet’s health FacebookPinterest Jumpstart your puppy’s immune system. In their first year of life, puppies will need to visit their veterinarian numerous times to get vaccinated for and become immunized against potentially fatal, yet preventable infec...
WHO, along with health agencies around the world, recommends a suite of vaccinations for babies and young children. Some, such as the BCG vaccine, which offers some protection against tuberculosis, are recommended from birth. Others, like the vaccines for pertussis, diphtheria, tetanus, and whoopi...
While they’re not perfect, vaccinations offer strong protection against a bad case of flu or COVID-19 — or dying from it. “It may not prevent every infection but those infections are going to be less severe,” said Dr. Demetre Daskalakis of the Centers for Disease Control and Preventio...
Vaccinations, including COVID-19 vaccines, remain crucial in protecting individual and public health. Mild side effects can be managed with over-the-counter medications like Tylenol, and they indicate that the vaccine is working. A little discomfort now can prevent significant health issue...
Different from the U.S. and UK, which prioritized elderly people who are more vulnerable to respiratory disease, China initially prioritized its vaccinations for working-age adults. Experts say there is no indication that either choice is incorrect, since different countries have different situations....