Vaccines & vaccinations articles
Understanding vaccines & vaccinations
In 2006, a number of vaccines received FDA (Food
and Drug Administration) approval for use in children and/or adults. The
vaccines are now available throughout the United States.
Last year, the government created a panic in many
individuals when it announced that Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) could well
become a pandemic in 2007. Without a tested vaccination on the market, people
questioned how to protect themselves.
Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis vaccinations offer protection
against three serious diseases in one shot. The three-in-one combination
vaccine can help from having to give a child multiple painful injections.
With so many vaccines on the market today, it is
helpful to understand the diseases that can pose threats to people of all
ages. The following glossary gives a quick breakdown of all diseases:
On the market, there are several vaccines to protect
against Hepatitis A and B. Currently, only one product protects against
Hep A and B, Twinrix(r), but it is only for adults. Infants and children
must receive separate shots to gain immunity to the deadly viruses.
Vaccinating your child can be a difficult decision
for the average parent. If your child has an underlying condition such as
allergies, diabetes, cancer, or an immune disorder, vaccinations can be
deadly. It is essential to know which, if any, versions of a vaccination
are safe.
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) suggests all
children from time of birth are vaccinated for many potentially fatal diseases.
Their guidelines start from the time of birth throughout, up to a child's
eighteenth birthday.
Influenza (flu) is a nasty illness that can create
havoc with a person's routine and health. The flu is easily spread from
person to person through sneezing and coughing. You will certainly know
if you have the flu.
When discussing vaccinations with your doctor or
your child's doctor or while researching vaccines your child will need,
the terminology can be confusing. |
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