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The primary goal of the Immunization Program is to ensure the complete and timely vaccination of all
children and to prevent the occurrence of vaccine-preventable diseases.
Contact: 455-5345
Childhood: You protect your child in many ways. You dress her warmly before she goes
outside in cold weather. You hold his hand to cross a busy street. You place her in a car seat each time
you go for a ride. However, one of the best ways to protect your child's health is with immunizations.
Adult: Some adults incorrectly assume that the vaccines they received as children will
protect them for the rest of their lives. Generally this is true, except that:
- Some adults were never vaccinated as children
- Newer vaccines were not available when some adults were children
- Immunity can begin to fade over time
- As we age, we become more susceptible to serious disease caused by common infections (e.g., flu, pneumococcus)
Foreign travel: Planning an enjoyable foreign travel experience should begin well before the first suitcase
is packed. An important way to protect your loved ones and yourself when traveling is through a complete series of
immunizations.
The Southwest District Health travel clinic provides comprehensive immunization and health education services
for residents who are planning to travel international.
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