The Facts About Immunizations
Immunizations are not just for small children. At Sensenbrenner Primary Care, we treat and vaccinate patients who are 13 years old and above. Immunizations are important for preventing diseases that could lead to serious health concerns. We aim to educate and inform patients about which vaccinations are necessarily based on age, health history, etc. For adults, we recommend the following vaccinations based on recommendations published by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): An influenza vaccine every fall (or winter) to protect yourself and those around you from the flu. The CDC estimates that there were between 36,400 and 61,200 flu-related deaths last year, so it’s important to receive your flu shot.The Tdap vaccine if you did not receive it as an adolescent. It protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis....