Vaccines

Diseases that can be prevented with vaccines are at a record high. However medical technology reminds us that we cannot take their protection for granted. New diseases emerge and people contract old diseases. Immunizations can help, but they’re not always for everyone.

The Centers for Disease Control offers comprehensive guidance on vaccinations for specific groups of people, such as by age. Talk with your primary care physician about which vaccines they might recommend for you.

Vaccines During Pregnancy

Your physician will determine whch vaccines are indicated during your pregnancy. The Flu vaccine is safe to take during pregnancy. If it is determined that you are not immune to rubella (as sometimes occurs even in women preciously vaccinated), then vaccination will be obtained after delivery. DPT vaccination if indicated is also now recommended after delivery.

HPV Vaccine

HPV vaccine can provide up to 70% immunity against cervical cancer. It has been recommended by the CDC for all females from age 11-26. Gardasil is currenlty available in our clinic. It is effective against HPV 6,11,16 and 18. This combination helps prevent the majority of benign condylomas (Genital Warts) as well.

The HPV vaccine (Gardisil) is given as 3 injections over 6 months (0,2, and 6 months).

More information is available at the office.