Immunizations aren’t just for Children!
It is hard to believe but the new school year is about to begin. Time once again to review what immunizations will protect you, your children and those around you. Below are the CDC (Center for Disease Control) recommended immunizations for each age group.
2018 Recommended Immunizations for Children from Birth Through 6 Years Old
At birth, HepBAt 2 months of age, HepB, DTaP, PCV, Hib, Polio, and RVAt 4 months of age, DTaP, PCV, Hib, Polio, and RVAt 6 months of age, HepB (6-18 months), DTaP, PCV, Hib, Polio (6-18 months), RVFlu shot annually after 6 months of age.
2018 Recommended Immunizations for Children Ages 7 - 18 Years
Every year a flu shot is recommended at 11 – 12 years of age, TDaP, HPV, Meningococcal
2018 Recommended Immunizations for Adults
Every year a flu shot is recommended, one Tdap and then a Td booster every 10 years, Shingles-Zoster after age 50, Pneumonia 1 – 2 vaccines one time, Meningitis 1 vaccine depending on your health conditions. Hep A, Hep B, and Hep C series one time. You should get any vaccine you didn’t receive as a child such as MMR, HPV (if you’re in your 20’s), and Chickenpox.
For more information on immunizations ask to speak with Shingletown Medical Center’s Immunization Coordinator or your medical provider.
The staff at Shingletown Medical Center is proud to provide first-class care for you and your family.