Immunization
Immunization is the process of protecting individuals from infectious diseases by administering vaccines. Vaccines stimulate the immune system to recognize and fight specific pathogens, reducing the risk of life-threatening diseases and protecting the community.
Importance of Immunization
- Prevents life-threatening diseases like measles, polio, and hepatitis.
- Protects communities through herd immunity.
- Reduces healthcare burden and medical costs.
- Ensures healthy growth in infants and children.
- Supports global health initiatives and disease eradication.
Common Vaccines
- Childhood Vaccines: BCG, DPT, Polio, MMR, Hepatitis B, Rotavirus, Hib
- Adolescent Vaccines: HPV, Tdap booster
- Adult Vaccines: Influenza, Hepatitis A & B, Tetanus booster, COVID-19, Pneumococcal
- Travel Vaccines: Yellow fever, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis, Rabies
