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Vaccination and Immunization
As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reinforces, “Disease prevention is the key to public health,” and vaccination is a reliable, cost-effective way of reducing the risk of contracting a specific disease. Mumps, measles, whooping cough, tetanus and polio: These once prevalent diseases have all been brought under control through the widespread use of vaccination.
Expand All Guide SectionsWhat Are Vaccines?
A vaccine is a substance administered to a patient to produce an immune response to a specific ... read more »
Childhood Immunizations
The strategy against preventing disease begins with childhood immunizations. Find ... read more »
Adult Immunization
A person’s need for vaccination doesn’t end after adolescence. Learn why experts say ... read more »
Travel Vaccinations
Travelers heading abroad are often encouraged or required to receive specific vaccinations before ... read more »
Swine Flu Vaccine
In mid-September the FDA approved a swine flu vaccine. Supplies become available beginning in October, and will ultimately be available at up to 90,000 sites around the U.S., according to the Associated Press.
Top Sites for the Swine Flu Vaccine
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
hosts an H1N1 flu virus vaccine information page with official information about the swine flu vaccine. The Influenza A (H1N1) Q&A section has the most relevant information for the general public.
World Health Organization
provides a global perspective on the H1N1 pandemic and offers updates on the vaccine and other related topics.
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