Showing posts with label immunizations. Show all posts
Showing posts with label immunizations. Show all posts
Thursday, August 16, 2012
National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. The Administration on Aging reported that influenza and pneumonia were the seventh leading causes of
death among people age 65 and older in 2010. According to CDC data, 63.6% of individuals aged 65 and above received an influenza vaccination in 2010, but only 41% of adults aged 50-64 years received this vaccination. You can find out about recommended vaccines by clicking here for a CDC chart with recommendations based on age.
Friday, August 5, 2011
National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. The Administration on Aging has listed the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended immunizations for Older Adults age 65 and older:
- Seasonal Influenza
- Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough) (for adults up to 64 years, one lifetime dose)
- Shingles (for adults 60 years and older)
- Pneumococcal disease (for adults 65 years and older and adults with specific health conditions)
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