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Why Vaccination Matters: Your Shield Against Disease
Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself and others from serious, sometimes deadly, diseases. Our clinic is committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services that prioritize your overall well-being. We understand the importance of preventive care and early intervention in maintaining optimal health.
Routine Childhood Immunizations
Routine Childhood Immunizations
Passion Care Clinic provides vaccinations to children according to national immunization schedules. These vaccines are critical to protect children from a wide range of diseases early in life. Common Childhood Vaccines Include:
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): A combination vaccine that protects against three contagious viral infections.
DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis): Protects against serious bacterial infections that can lead to severe complications.
Polio vaccine: Protects against polio, a virus that can cause paralysis.
Hepatitis B vaccine: Prevents Hepatitis B, which can lead to chronic liver disease and cancer.
Hib vaccine (Haemophilus influenzae type b): Protects against bacterial infections that can cause pneumonia, meningitis, or epiglottitis.
Pneumococcal vaccine: Protects against pneumonia caused by the Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria.
Travel Vaccinations
Travel Vaccinations
When traveling abroad, especially to regions with high-risk diseases, our clinic can provide vaccinations tailored to your destination. Common Travel Vaccines Include:
Yellow Fever: Required for entry into certain countries, especially in Africa and South America.
Typhoid: Protects against typhoid fever, a bacterial infection common in some developing countries.
Hepatitis A and B: Often recommended depending on the region of travel.
Malaria Prevention: While not a vaccine, some GP clinics may provide prescriptions for antimalarial medications as part of pre-travel health advice.
Meningococcal Vaccine: Required for certain pilgrims traveling to Mecca and some parts of Africa.
Japanese Encephalitis: Recommended for travelers to certain areas in Asia.
Adult Vaccinations
Adult Vaccinations
Vaccines are not only for children but are also crucial for adults to prevent disease and protect vulnerable groups in the community.
Flu Vaccine (Influenza): Given annually, it helps protect against seasonal flu strains that can be highly contagious and cause severe illness, especially in the elderly or those with chronic conditions.
Tetanus and Diphtheria (Td or Tdap): This is typically given every 10 years or after an injury where tetanus risk is high.
Shingles Vaccine: Recommended for older adults (usually over 50 or 60) to protect against shingles, a painful rash caused by the varicella-zoster virus (the same virus that causes chickenpox).
Pneumococcal Vaccine: For older adults or those with chronic health conditions, this vaccine helps prevent pneumonia, meningitis, and blood infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Hepatitis A and B: These vaccines may be offered if you are at risk of infection due to lifestyle, occupation, or travel.
HPV (Human Papillomavirus): A vaccine recommended for both men and women, especially before they are sexually active, to prevent HPV-related cancers such as cervical cancer.
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