But are you getting all the vaccines you need?
It can be hard to know.
This planner from Everyday Health can help by identifying specific vaccines that match your needs as an adult.
Read more about the flu vaccine
COVID-19COVID-19 vaccines are regularly reformulated to match the latest circulating coronavirus variants.
Getting the latest COVID-19 vaccine is also recommended because protection from previous immunization wanes over time.
Read more about the COVID-19 vaccine
RSVThis vaccine protects against the seasonal respiratory syncytial virus.
RSV generally causes mild, cold-like symptoms but can be more severe in infants and older adults.
This reduces the likelihood of the person becoming very ill, Dr. Albrecht says.
Saving Lives and Herd Immunity
When healthy people get immunized it helps protect at-risk individuals around them.
What I have just described is called herd immunity.
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Are Vaccines Safe?
Vaccines are generally safe; however, no vaccine is 100 percent safe, Buchanan says.
But serious adverse reactions are rare.
How Does the EH Vaccine Planner Work?
Robert M. Jacobson, MD, worked closely with Everyday Health to develop this planner and ensure its accuracy.
These vaccination requirements are not included in the planner.
If any of these apply to you, consult your healthcare provider for more information.
