Adult Vaccine Schedule Reminder

[TopManFL (imported)]

Hey All,

If you don't get vaccines because you either don't trust them or you have another objection to them, I respect that and this post isn't for you.

On the other hand, if you believe in the medical benefit of vaccines, this is a reminder that adults also need to stay current on their vaccine schedule. For school-age children, it is easier to stay on target because the school requires proof that your child has been vaccinated.

For adults, you have to keep track of yourself. There is a chart at https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/ ... adult.html that shows the schedule for those 19 years and older.

The list of vaccines I am current on are: Annual Flu, Tentnus - diphtheria - pertussis (we have a new baby in the family), Shingles, Pneumonia. After speaking with my doctor, he recommended that I skip the HPV (because I am too old), and Hep A and B (because I tested naturally immune).

I am in the "sweet spot" for the MMR vaccine because I was born after 1957 but during the period of time where they were giving the vaccine that wasn't as effective. However, I remember having all three of those diseases. Nevertheless, in an outbreak, the health department will not accept your own account that you have had measles. So, I have the test for immunity on my next routine lab work. If I test immune, then I don't need the vaccine. Otherwise, I'll get the MMR.

I need the meningitis vaccine. And like many people I keep saying "manana manana" - but, I think I will do it soon.

Speaking of soon, I have my COVID vaccines scheduled for April 9 and May 1. Which most likely means I will have to wait on the meningitis jab.

This post is nearly intended to remind people that there are vaccines for adults and that they can save lives. Again, if you don't do vaccines, it's all good.