But doctors stress the importance of making sure your vaccines are up to dateespecially during a pandemic.
Our focus is on kindergarteners who missed their second MMR [measles, mumps, rubella] vaccinations.
Thousands and thousands of them," King tells Verywell.
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“Parents are scared to take their children to the doctor and clinics are overwhelmed.
On a global level, the United Nations (UN) predicted a much higher figure.
This spring, UN health agencies forecasted 117 million children may miss measles shots due to COVID-19.
Its not just children who need vaccinations.
What This Means For You
Check with your doctor and see if they recommend you get vaccinated.
Schedule office visits at off-peak times to reduce your risk of COVID-19 exposure.
Why Staying Up to Date On Vaccinations is Important
Immunizations are not just for infants and children.
Protection offered by some childhood vaccines wears off as you age.
Every adult who can safely get a flu (influenza) vaccine should do so every year.
The flu shot is especially important for people with chronic health conditions, pregnant women, and older adults.
Getting one this year can possibly protect you from the risk of contracting the flu and COVID-19 simultaneously.
Pregnant women should get the Tdap vaccine between 27 through 36 weeks.
Pneumonia and COVID-19
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can cause pneumonia.
The World Health Organization (WHO) highly recommends a pneumonia vaccine to protect your respiratory health.
Pneumonia Vaccinations
There are two vaccines that help prevent pneumococcal disease among adults 65 years or older.
If your doctor recommends you receive both vaccines, get PCV13 first.
Talk to your doctor about when to come back to get PPSV23.
If youve already received PPSV23, wait at least a year before getting PCV13.
Do I Need Another Vaccination?
TheCDC offers an online questionnaireto help determine your possible need for adult vaccinations.
For the most recent updates on COVID-19, visit ourcoronavirus news page.
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