Vaccines in the Elderly
Vaccines Articles
Adult Vaccination: Protect Yourself, Seniors and Their Caregivers
Many adults assume that their inoculation days are long over, but keeping up with recommended vaccine schedules throughout our lives is just as important as the initial doses we received as children.
4 CommentsThe Best Time of Year to Get a Flu Shot
Does the timing of your vaccine play a role in how protected you are throughout the entire flu season? See what the CDC recommends for the best possible protection against the flu and related complications.
11 CommentsRecommended Vaccines for Seniors
Decreasing an aging loved one’s risk of contracting preventable yet potentially deadly diseases, such as Covid-19, flu or pneumonia, is as simple as getting a shot (or two). These are the CDC guidelines for senior vaccinations.
5 CommentsBenefits of the High-Dose Flu Shot for Seniors
Seniors over age 65 should receive an annual flu shot to safeguard their health. A high-dose vaccine provides increased protection from infection in individuals who have weaker immune systems.
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Vaccines Questions
Pneumonia vaccine for elderly. Any suggestions?
5 AnswersMACinCT Answered Jan 2023Is someone with COPD considered immunocompromised and therefore eligible for a 4th COVID-19 shot/second booster?
8 AnswersJudyBlueEyes Answered Sep 2022Should my 82 year old mother get vaccinated for Polio at this stage in her life?
16 AnswersCaregiverL Replied Aug 2022Mom's in a SNF and just got Covid. Do I still visit?
8 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Jul 2022
Vaccines Discussions
Delirium as Reaction to COVID Booster.
9 CommentsGardenArtist Commented Jun 2022My unvaccinated next-door neighbor is now dead.
30 CommentsCashew Commented Feb 2022California says AL/NH visitors must now be boostered AND have a recent test.
7 CommentsPeggySue2020 Commented Jan 2022COVID and who is effected.
23 CommentsGeaton777 Commented Dec 2021
