Vaccinations Jacksonville
Since many adults have never seen the devastating consequences that preventable diseases had on populations in the past, it is easy to ignore the importance of timely vaccinations. Truth is, the only way to prevent a reoccurrence of many deadly diseases is to continue with proper immunizations as prescribed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While most serious illnesses are no longer a problem in the United States, many preventable diseases are still common to other parts of the world. With international travel at an all-time high, now is not the time for us to become complacent and ignore the need for recurring vaccinations.
Immunization is still the best protection that we have to prevent the spread of diseases that can cause serious harm to infants, children, teens, adults and elderly family members. In fact, there are several vaccinations that are currently recommended for older adults, such as annual vaccinations for pneumonia or shingles. One of the most important immunizations that the CDC recommends for everyone above the age of 6 months to receive on an annual basis is the flu shot. At this time, the most current flu vaccine is the best protection that we have against a serious outbreak of influenza. Since many communicable diseases have no cure, the ounce of prevention provided by timely vaccinations is the only option.
NOTE: To learn more about why vaccinations are so important and when you should receive certain immunizations, click to view the CDC's childhood immunization schedule or teen immunization schedule.
