It is a near the time that my wife and I are due to get our Coronavirus vaccine update and I was thinking about if adults needed vaccines since most of my age group was vaccinated when we were younger. The Immunization site for British Columbia https://immunizebc.ca/ has information for adults. Here is some of what they have to say. If you have questions about vaccination check with your own doctor and stay up to date with the vaccines that you need.
1. Some diseases are more common in adults
As you get older, your risk for certain diseases (such as shingles and pneumococcal disease) increases.
2. Protection from some vaccines can wear off over time
As you get older, the protection from some vaccines you received at a younger age can wear off. Booster doses are needed to ensure continued protection. For example, a booster dose of tetanus/diphtheria (Td) vaccine is recommended for adults every 10 years.
3. You may be at risk for new and different disease
Your age, lifestyle, job, travel plans, or health condition may put you at risk for new and different diseases. For example, adults who work in healthcare settings or who have multiple sexual partners are at risk for hepatitis B, adults with certain chronic health conditions are at risk for pneumococcal disease, and adults who are travelling internationally may be at risk for diseases we don’t see here in Canada. Learn about travel vaccines here.
4. New vaccines have become available
To protect people of all ages, scientists are working hard to develop new vaccines. For example, the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine and shingles vaccine are both fairly new vaccines and are recommended for some adults. Even new vaccines have been studied for a long time and are known to be safe.
5. When you get vaccinated, you help protect others too
When you get vaccinated, you help protect others by making it less likely that you will get and spread a disease. This helps protect those who can’t be vaccinated, such as very young babies and people with certain medical conditions.
Date last reviewed: Tuesday, Mar 24, 2020
Where can you get vaccinated?
You can get publicly-funded vaccines from your local health unit, most pharmacies, and some doctors’ offices. You can purchase non-publicly funded vaccines at most pharmacies and travel clinics. Services vary throughout B.C.
Keeping track of your vaccinations
Keeping a current record of your vaccinations is important. Learn more about vaccine records.
Reducing pain, stress, and anxiety with vaccinations
If you're avoiding getting vaccinated because you have a fear of needles, you're not alone. Pain or fear associated with vaccinations can cause stress and anxiety for many adults and can lead some to delay getting vaccinated or avoid vaccines altogether. Fortunately, there are many strategies that can be used before and during the appointment to help reduce pain, stress, and anxiety with vaccinations. Use the tips discussed here for a more positive vaccination experience.
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