Immunization – the single most important public health achievement of the 20th century
CSC HOHS would like to remind everyone the importance of vaccinations for both you and your family.
Immunization is one of the most important public health achievements of the 20th century.
Vaccines have eradicated smallpox globally and polio in the U.S., and have drastically reduced measles, diphtheria, rubella (“three-day measles”), pertussis (“whooping cough”) and other diseases. However, despite this hard work, tens of thousands of people in the U.S. still die from these and other vaccine-preventable diseases every year.
Immunization is necessary for two reasons: to protect the individual and to protect communities. Vaccines protect an entire population by preventing the spread of disease from one individual to another: the more people immunized the less chance for disease.
Vaccines offer safe and effective protection from infectious diseases. By staying up-to-date on the recommended vaccines, individuals can protect themselves, their families, friends, and their communities from serious, life-threatening infections.
August is a great time to remind folks to catch up on their immunizations. Parents are enrolling children in school, students are going to college, and health care workers are getting ready for the upcoming flu season. Do not delay, call today and make an appointment with your physician.
Source: CDC
