Why do adults need to get vaccinated?"

Why do adults need to get vaccinated?"

Many people think that vaccines are only for children, but vaccines are necessary for people of all ages to prevent diseases that can lead to death, such as influenza, pneumonia, and tetanus. The need for vaccines depends on various factors, including:

1. Gender - For some vaccines, such as the HPV vaccine, it is recommended that males who engage in sexual activity also receive this vaccine.

2. Age - Everyone over the age of 50 is recommended to receive a vaccine to prevent pneumonia, as this disease can be life-threatening if contracted.

3. Occupation - Some professions require specific vaccines, such as healthcare workers, nurses, or those who care for elderly patients, who are required to receive multiple vaccines to prevent the spread of diseases like the flu, pertussis, hepatitis B, and measles, or veterinarians who are required to receive a vaccine to prevent rabies.

4. People who are at higher risk of contracting certain diseases, such as cancer patients, those who have undergone chemotherapy, patients with chronic diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or liver disease, and those with weak immune systems, should receive vaccines to protect against diseases more than the general population. Some of the vaccines recommended for these groups include influenza, pneumococcal, and hepatitis B vaccines.

The outbreaks of various diseases often occur during the rainy season. Vibhavadi Hospital recommends the following vaccinations:

• Influenza vaccine, which provides immunity two weeks after receiving the vaccine.
• Pneumococcal vaccine, which prevents pneumococcal infections (pneumonia).
• Vaccines against pertussis, diphtheria, tetanus, which are currently experiencing an outbreak in the northeastern region of Thailand.

However, don't forget that it's more important to eat hot food, use a middle spoon, and wash your hands, which can help reduce the spread of disease or the risk of infection.

Best wishes from Vibhavadi Hospital.