The Importance of Vaccination

Protecting Yourself and the Community

Vaccination not only protects individual health but also plays a crucial role in public health. Vaccines help build immunity against dangerous infectious diseases, reducing the risk of infection and community spread. Thanks to vaccines, many dangerous diseases that once raged, such as polio, measles, and mumps, have been controlled and almost eradicated.

Common Vaccine Types

Currently, various vaccines are used to prevent different diseases, from common illnesses to serious ones like cervical cancer. Choosing the right vaccine depends on your doctor’s advice and personal health status.

Benefits of Vaccination

Reduced Risk of Infection: Vaccines help the body produce antibodies against disease-causing bacteria and viruses, significantly reducing the risk of infection.Prevention of Dangerous Complications: Many infectious diseases, if not treated promptly, can cause dangerous complications, even death. Vaccines help prevent these complications.Protection for People with Weak Immunity: The elderly, children, and people with weakened immune systems are more susceptible to infection. Vaccination protects these individuals from the risk of disease.Reduced Burden on the Healthcare System: Reducing the number of infectious disease cases reduces the burden on the healthcare system, saving money on treatment and healthcare.

Who Needs Vaccination?

Everyone, especially children, pregnant women, and the elderly, should be vaccinated according to the recommended immunization schedule. Following the vaccination schedule ensures optimal health protection.

Vaccination Status in Vietnam

Vietnam has made significant achievements in vaccination, helping to control many dangerous infectious diseases. However, some challenges remain, such as vaccination rates not reaching 100% in some regions, lack of awareness about the benefits of vaccines, and the emergence of new infectious diseases.

Recommendations

Consult your doctor for a suitable vaccination schedule to ensure the health of yourself and your family. Let’s work together to build a healthy community by getting fully vaccinated and following other disease prevention measures.