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August is National Immunization Awareness Month, an annual observance that highlights the importance of immunizations for people of all ages.
Keeping your family up to date with recommended immunizations protects not only your loved ones but also your entire community, including older adults, children, infants, and those with weakened immune systems.
Pomona Valley Health Centers offers comprehensive immunization services for people of all ages.
National Immunization Awareness Month was established in 2004 to raise awareness about the critical role immunizations play in protecting overall public health.
Coordinated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other public health organizations, this observance emphasizes the importance of reducing the occurrence of vaccine-preventable diseases and promoting community health. Vaccines help prevent the spread of contagious diseases, protect vulnerable populations, and reduce healthcare costs.
The goal of this national awareness month is to educate communities about the benefits of immunization and increase immunization rates across the country to support public health efforts.
The Healthy People 2030 initiative aims for 95% vaccination coverage for key childhood vaccines.
Vaccines offer more than individual protection. They safeguard entire communities.
Immunization awareness is essential because high vaccination rates promote herd immunity. When enough people are vaccinated, it prevents the spread of contagious diseases. In turn, this helps protect those who cannot be vaccinated due to age or medical conditions.
Vaccination programs have significantly reduced or eliminated many dangerous diseases, including:
According to the CDC, childhood immunizations in the U.S. prevent an estimated 42,000 deaths and 20 million cases of disease each year.
High community vaccination rates create a protective shield around vulnerable populations, reducing the risk of outbreaks.
For example:
Immunizations are critical for populations at higher risk for severe illness:
For example, measles is a very contagious viral infection that can lead to serious complications in infants, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. In communities with lower vaccination rates, these vulnerable populations face increased risks for severe outcomes, including pneumonia, encephalitis (brain swelling), and even death.
Vaccination is important at every stage of life. National Immunization Awareness Month, also known as immunization month or vaccination awareness month, highlights the need for age-appropriate vaccines.
| Age Group | Recommended Vaccines |
| Infants/Children | DTaP, Polio, MMR, Hib, Hepatitis B, Varicella, PCV13 |
| Adolescents | Tdap, HPV, Meningococcal, Influenza |
| Adults | Td/Tdap, Influenza, HPV (if not previously given), MMR, Varicella, Zoster, Pneumococcal (as needed) |
| Older Adults | Influenza (high dose), Pneumococcal, Shingles, Td/Tdap |
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, an annual observance that highlights the importance of immunizations for people of all ages.
Keeping your family up to date with recommended immunizations protects not only your loved ones but also your entire community, including older adults, children, infants, and those with weakened immune systems.
Pomona Valley Health Centers offers comprehensive immunization services for people of all ages.
National Immunization Awareness Month was established in 2004 to raise awareness about the critical role immunizations play in protecting overall public health.
Coordinated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other public health organizations, this observance emphasizes the importance of reducing the occurrence of vaccine-preventable diseases and promoting community health. Vaccines help prevent the spread of contagious diseases, protect vulnerable populations, and reduce healthcare costs.
The goal of this national awareness month is to educate communities about the benefits of immunization and increase immunization rates across the country to support public health efforts.
The Healthy People 2030 initiative aims for 95% vaccination coverage for key childhood vaccines.
Vaccines offer more than individual protection. They safeguard entire communities.
Immunization awareness is essential because high vaccination rates promote herd immunity. When enough people are vaccinated, it prevents the spread of contagious diseases. In turn, this helps protect those who cannot be vaccinated due to age or medical conditions.
Vaccination programs have significantly reduced or eliminated many dangerous diseases, including:
According to the CDC, childhood immunizations in the U.S. prevent an estimated 42,000 deaths and 20 million cases of disease each year.
High community vaccination rates create a protective shield around vulnerable populations, reducing the risk of outbreaks.
For example:
Immunizations are critical for populations at higher risk for severe illness:
For example, measles is a very contagious viral infection that can lead to serious complications in infants, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. In communities with lower vaccination rates, these vulnerable populations face increased risks for severe outcomes, including pneumonia, encephalitis (brain swelling), and even death.
Vaccination is important at every stage of life. National Immunization Awareness Month, also known as immunization month or vaccination awareness month, highlights the need for age-appropriate vaccines.
