Immunizations - Not Just for Kids

Immunizations—Not Just for Kids

Author:Harrison G. Bloom, M.D.
Report Type: Issue Brief
Language: English
Pub Date: 2007
Pub Code: ILC06-2007
Price: FREE

About the Report

Immunizations/vaccinations are beneficial for most people of all ages. Yet the mistaken belief persists that, with the exception of the flu vaccine, children should be the primary recipients of this important area of primary disease prevention. In fact, older persons require immunization as well. As people grow older they become increasingly vulnerable to a variety of illnesses, and, as informal caregivers of young children, grandparents need to be sensitive to their role in preventing the spread of contagious diseases to the young.


 

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