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What is Vaccination?

Vaccination is a safe and effective way to protect yourself and your family from infectious and harmful diseases. It works by training your immune system to recognise and respond to harmful germs (viruses or bacteria) without causing the actual disease1.
Simply put, vaccination prepares your body with the defences needed to detect and fight potential threats, ensuring long-term protection against preventable diseases1.

Why Vaccination Matters?

Life Long

Lifelong Health

Vaccination protects against serious diseases like measles, diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, and influenza, helping to prevent severe illness, complications, and even death2. It also reduces the risk of long-term health issues from infections, supporting a healthier and longer life3.

Community Protection

Community Protection

Vaccination helps prevent outbreaks and safeguards those who cannot be vaccinated1, including young infants4 and individuals with weakened immune systems5. 

Safe & Cost-Effective

Safe & Cost-Effective

Vaccinations undergo rigorous testing and are proven to provide strong protection with minimal risk1. They also lower healthcare costs by preventing hospitalisations and expensive treatments3.

Who Needs Vaccination?

Vaccination is a lifelong commitment to health, ensuring protection against preventable diseases at every stage of life6.

Infants & Teenagers

Infants & Teenagers

Early childhood vaccination strengthens immunity7, protecting against diseases like diphtheria, measles, polio and more8.

Adults

Adults

Adult vaccination is just as important as child vaccination. It is essential for protection based on age, travel, or the risk of diseases like the flu, COVID-19, shingles, and more9.

Mothers

Mothers

Maternal immunisation is crucial. It helps protect both mothers and their babies from illnesses like tetanus and diphtheria during and after pregnancy10.

Understanding Diseases: Blogs

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References

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  5. Who Should not Get Vaccinated. (2025, February 3). Cdc.gov. https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/should-not-vacc.html
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