The Power of Vaccines: Protecting Your Health & Community

Vaccines play a critical role in keeping us healthy by preventing serious illnesses, reducing antibiotic resistance, and protecting our most vulnerable community members. But did you know they are rigorously tested before approval?

How Vaccines Keep Us Safe

💉 They Reduce Antibiotic Resistance

The overuse and misuse of antibiotics can cause bacteria to become resistant to treatments. Vaccines help prevent infections in the first place, reducing the need for antibiotics. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 11 million days of antibiotic use could be prevented if every child received the streptococcus pneumoniae vaccine, which protects against pneumonia, meningitis, and ear infections.

💉 They Are Thoroughly Tested

Before a vaccine is approved for use, it undergoes an extensive development process, ensuring safety and effectiveness for the public.

💉 They Keep You Up to Date

✅ Doctors recommend a TDaP (pertussis) vaccine during each pregnancy and a TD (tetanus & diphtheria) booster every ten years.

✅ Because flu and COVID-19 viruses constantly mutate, it’s important to update your vaccine every year for the best protection.

✅ If you’re getting a COVID-19 vaccine, it’s safe to receive other vaccines at the same time, as long as they are administered in different areas.

Stay Informed & Stay Protected

Vaccines are a simple yet powerful way to protect yourself and those around you. For more information, visit the World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/