The Importance of Vaccinations

Did you know that:

  • 20% of American two-year-olds have not completed a basic series of immunizations?
  • 25% of American two-year-olds have not received effective new vaccines against chickenpox and pneumonia?
  • 32% of Americans over age 65 do not get an annual flu shot, and fewer than half have had a Streptococcus pneumoniae vaccination?

Just because there hasn't been an outbreak of measles, mumps and polio doesn't mean the threat has disappeared. Vaccinations have protected people for decades from contracting diseases. But if you aren't immunized; you aren't protected . Immunization should not be taken lightly. It's not just for children, adults must get their immunizations too. For example, every ten years, everyone should have a tetanus and diphtheria booster shot. Because vaccines differ widely in terms of how and when they should be administered, remember to keep copies of all your immunization records at home and with your family physician.

Please review the child and adult immunization schedules linked below and ensure that you and your family have all the necessary vaccinations to stay healthy.

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The information displayed here was created by combining information from a number of public and private sources. It is intended to convey the full scope of government-approved guidelines. Copyright protection or ownership claims for this information are waived. This document is a guide and is not to be interpreted as legal advice.

The Importance of Vaccinations

Did you know that:

  • 20% of American two-year-olds have not completed a basic series of immunizations?
  • 25% of American two-year-olds have not received effective new vaccines against chickenpox and pneumonia?
  • 32% of Americans over age 65 do not get an annual flu shot, and fewer than half have had a Streptococcus pneumoniae vaccination?

Just because there hasn't been an outbreak of measles, mumps and polio doesn't mean the threat has disappeared. Vaccinations have protected people for decades from contracting diseases. But if you aren't immunized; you aren't protected . Immunization should not be taken lightly. It's not just for children, adults must get their immunizations too. For example, every ten years, everyone should have a tetanus and diphtheria booster shot. Because vaccines differ widely in terms of how and when they should be administered, remember to keep copies of all your immunization records at home and with your family physician.

Please review the child and adult immunization schedules linked below and ensure that you and your family have all the necessary vaccinations to stay healthy.

Click Here for More Immunization Details

The information displayed here was created by combining information from a number of public and private sources. It is intended to convey the full scope of government-approved guidelines. Copyright protection or ownership claims for this information are waived. This document is a guide and is not to be interpreted as legal advice.