Wockhardt Hospitals Nagpur is a leading healthcare provider with a tradition of care and innovation that makes this hospital a boon for patients in Central India. April 24th – April 30th is dedicated to World Immunization Week and this year will celebrate 50 years of World Immunization Week. On this important health occasion, Wockhardt Hospitals- Nagpur are taking a step to educate people about adult vaccination. One of the expert from Wockhardt Hospital, Nagpur – Dr. Ashwini Tayade-Infection Specialist has shared information about adult vaccination.Immunization is one of the best ways you can protect yourself, your children and future generations from infectious diseases. In other words, if you vaccinate, you help wipe out diseases that could spread now and into the future. Vaccination plays an important role and adult vaccination is required.Dr.Ashwini Tayade-Infection Specialist, Wockhadrt Hospital, Nagpur said that , a vaccine means a substance that stimulates our body to produce antibodies, granting immunity against specific diseases or a group of diseases when exposed to particular pathogen. This process is known as vaccination. The need for vaccination in adults encompasses several aspects such as Vaccination remains crucial not only for infants but also for adults, As age increases, the body’s immunity diminishes, Protecting oneself and family from severe illnesses is crucial, Safeguarding patients with serious diseases from additional infections is imperative, Vaccination provides essential protection for foreign travel, Special consideration is necessary for individuals in specific professions such as education, military, healthcare, and close-contact settings, Preventing the spread of diseases and infections within communities remains a primary goal, For pregnant women vaccination is crucial to protect both mother and baby from serious illnesses, ensuring a healthy pregnancy and reducing the risk of complications.Finding out which vaccines you need involves considering factors such as age, health status, occupation, lifestyle, and travel destinations. Consulting a healthcare professional or infectious disease specialist is advisable to select the appropriate vaccines for your individual circumstances. According to ACIP (Advisory Committee on immunization Practices) guidelines, the vaccines may be recommended for adults on various grounds are Shingles, MMR, Hepatitis B, Pneumococcal vaccines, HPV and Flu(Influenza).Shingles can be a very painful and debilitating disease. People 50 and older and people without evidence of immunity who are known to be at risk of exposure should be vaccinated against shingles. The ACIP recommends one or more doses of the measles, mumps, rubella vaccine (MMR) be administered to adults in certain age groups and with certain risk factors, especially when we have lots of serious complications with MUMPS, Chicken Pox and Measles. Hepatitis is recommended for adults seeking protection from hepatitis B exposure. Any adult working in high-risk environments like STD clinics or drug rehab centers, should be vaccinated for hepatitis B. Health care workers, public safety workers, household contacts, and sexual partners of persons with chronic hepatitis B should also receive the hepatitis B vaccine. Adults aged 19-64 should get a pneumonia vaccine if they have certain medical conditions. All adults 65 years or older should be vaccinated. Pneumococcal vaccine mainly provides immunity to the body against those bacterial infections which can cause some serious diseases like pneumonia, meningitis, septic arthritis, osteomyelitis etc. The HPV vaccination in adults is vital for preventing cervical, anal, penile, and vaginal, vulvar, and throat cancers. It reduces the risk of HPV infections, protecting individuals and promoting public health. The recombinant flu(Influenza) vaccine is approved for people aged 18 years and older, Pregnant women and people with certain chronic health conditions should get a flu shot.Dr.Ashwini Tayade-Infection Specialist, Wockhadrt Hospital, Nagpur further added, Vaccination during pregnancy is crucial as any infections (like Rubella, Chicken Pox ) contracted by the mother can endanger the fetus. Certain vaccines, such as Tdap, can be administered during pregnancy to provide protection against tetanus and diphtheria. For vaccines like chickenpox and measles, seeking advice from a vaccination expert before pregnancy is advisable to ensure the mother and child are protected against various infections. Adult vaccination is a cornerstone of preventive healthcare, safeguarding individuals from preventable diseases and their complications. Emphasizing the importance of staying up-to-date with vaccinations ensures not only personal health but also contributes to broader community immunity, promoting overall well-being and longevity for all.
