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In the last 50 years, immunizations have saved more than a billion lives, preventing countless illnesses, disease epidemics and disabilities in the United States alone. Unfortunately, vaccine-preventable diseases are still a threat to those who do not receive their immunizations, and continue to infect many people each year.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). Each summer, the National Public Health Information Coalition (NPHIC) highlights the importance of vaccines and why people of all ages should stay up to date. Getting immunized not only protects you from getting a serious or life-threatening disease, but it also helps protect others who are not eligible for vaccinations due to certain factors like illness, age, pregnancy, or allergic reaction.
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You may be reading a host of opinions about whether or not to get you and your family vaccinated. Many are falsely associating vaccinations with a number of adverse effects, including the development of autism. It’s important to know that extensive research has proven that vaccines are safe and have no correlation with autism. In fact, immunizations have had a positive impact on the health of many children and adults for decades –– making serious diseases nearly extinct. If you’ve avoided vaccines so far, or are confused about what to do, we strongly encourage you to visit your primary care doctor and get the facts you need to make an educated decision.
The experienced physicians at Pomona Valley Health Centers provide complete family medicine, including proactive preventive care. Our board-certified doctors deliver the care you need to ensure that you and your family enjoy a healthier tomorrow. If you’d like information about how we can help keep you healthy, call (909) 536-1493 today.
