What vaccines do you need?
Protection begins with knowledge.
HEPATITIS B VACCINE
Protects against Hepatitis B, a virus that is 100 times more infectious than HIV. The virus causes serious liver disease that could be fatal.
Those most at risk:
- People who inject drugs or share needles or syringes
- People living with diabetes – as they often need to prick themselves for tests or insulin.
- Infants born to mothers with hepatitis B
- Health care providers
Who can take the vaccine?
The vaccine is HIGHLY recommended for the general population. It could even be given from birth.
HEPATITIS A VACCINE
Hepatitis A infection can be easily spread through contaminated foods and drinks. Its risk increases with age. The older you are, the higher the risk of it causing damage to your liver.
Those most at risk:
- People who work in nursery schools and daycares
- Travelers
- Children in boarding schools
- people above 40
Who can take the vaccine?
Anyone above the age of 12 months.
MENINGITIS (MenACWY) VACCINE
Meningitis is HIGHLY contagious and rapidly kills. It could kill within 24 hours, or leave the victim with a permanent disability, even with the best of care.
Those most at risk:
- People who travel
- Boarding schoolers and university students
Who can take the vaccine?
- All preteens and teens
- Other children and adults who are at increased risk for meningococcal disease
- Travellers, especially those visiting countries with higher incidence of meningococcal disease
CHICKENPOX VACCINE
Chicken pox may be common and seem harmless but this is not true. Besides being highly contagious and leaving permanent scars, it sometimes leads to deadly health problems. People who get the pox are prone to getting shingles later in life. Nobody deserves to go through all that pain.
Those most at risk:
- Unvaccinated children and adolescents
- Boarding schoolers and university students
- People with weakened immune system
- Pregnant women who were not vaccinated before pregnancy
Who can take the vaccine?
Anyone above the age of 12 months
Who should not take the vaccine?
Pregnant women.
People with weak immunity
Those who had a serious allergic reaction to previous dose
HPV VACCINE
HPV is a virus that can cause cervical and other cancers, including cancer of the vulva, vagina, penis, or anus. It can also cause cancer in the back of the throat. Cervical cancer kills a woman in Nigeria every hour. The HPV vaccine helps protect you against this virus.
Those most at risk:
- Women
Who can take the vaccine?
- The vaccine is recommended for men and women starting from age 9, up to age 45
Who should not get HPV vaccine
- Those who had serious allergic reaction to previous dose
- Better to avoid in pregnancy
MMR VACCINE
Mumps, Measles and Rubella (MMR)
Mumps increases the chances of infertility in males. Measles can be deadly and greatly disrupt the immune system. Rubella could cause miscarriage/birth defects. MMR vaccine protects our children from all three diseases at once.
Those most at risk:
- Children
- Students in boarding schools and universities
Who can take the vaccine?
Anyone above the age of 12 months. The younger the better.
Who should not take MMR
- Pregnant women (it is advised to wait at least 4 weeks after taking the vaccine before getting pregnant)
- Immunocompromised people (it is highly recommended that their family members and close associates, above the age of 12 months, take the vaccine)
CHOLERA VACCINE
Cholera is an infection of the intestine that is contracted through contaminated food or water. There were over 3,000 suspected cases of Cholera in Nigeria between January and July 2022 alone. Cholera outbreaks occur but you or your family don’t have to participate.
Those most at risk:
- People who travel
- Boarding schoolers and university students
Who can take the vaccine?
- Anyone above the age of 12 months.
- People 18 to 64 years travelling to areas where people tend to get infected with cholera
Who should not take cholera vaccine
- Pregnant women
TYPHOID VACCINE
Typhoid is spread through contaminated foods and drinks. Typhoid can damage the intestines and even kill. Instead of treating typhoid every week and increasing the risk of antimicrobial resistance, why not get vaccinated and have peace of mind?
Those most at risk:
- People with weakened immune systems
Who can take the vaccine?
- Anyone above the age of 2 years
ROTAVIRUS VACCINE
RotaVirus is very common in children and highly contagious. It can easily spread through contaminated hands or toys getting into the mouth. It causes severe diarrhea and vomiting that may require hospitalization.
Those most at risk:
- Children under the age of 5
Who should get the vaccine?
- Babies: First dose should be given before 15 weeks of age and last dose before 8 months of age
Who should not get the vaccine?
- Babies with severe or life-threatening allergic reactions to a previous dose of the vaccine or any component of the vaccine
- Babies who are moderately or severely ill
RABIES VACCINE
There is NO cure for Rabies. If you get bitten by a dog, bat or any wild animal, it is safer to get vaccinated as soon as possible.
Those most at risk:
- People who own or live around dogs, bats or other wild animals.
Who can take the vaccine?
- Anyone who has been exposed to a dog bite. The sooner after the bite you take the vaccine, the better.
- People with a higher risk for rabies exposures, such as those who work with potentially infected animals
PNEUMONIA VACCINE
Pneumonia is an infection that affects the lungs. It could be mild but could also be life threatening.
Those most at risk:
- Infants
- Adults over 65
- People with underlying health conditions
- people with weak immune system
Who can take the vaccine?
- All children under 5 years and all adults 65 years and above
- Children 5 to 18 years or adults 19 to 64 years, with certain medical conditions that increase their risk of pneumonia disease.
Who might not get the vaccines?
- Please find out from your healthcare provider
TENANUS VACCINE
Tetanus is a very serious condition that can be fatal if untreated. If you have an injury and you are not already adequately vaccinated against the disease, it is safer to take the tetanus vaccine as soon as possible.
INFLUENZA VACCINE
Contrary to popular belief, Flu is not the same as common cold. Flu symptoms are generally more severe. Influenza “flu” vaccines protect against infections by the influenza virus.
Who can take the vaccine?
Anyone above the age of 6 months should get the flu vaccine every season, with rare exceptions. Please find out more from your healthcare provider
FREE Government Routine Vaccines
Children ages 0-5
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