Immunisations That You Are Not Aware Of But Available For Adults

Adult vaccination is unknown or usually neglected by most of the normal population due to lack of awareness. Here are some commonly available and easily usable vaccines for adults.

Vaccinations That Are Important For Adults

Diphtheria and Tetanus vaccine, which is commonly used in wound management. It can be given to people who have not previously received vaccines. It can also be given to pregnant women, adolescents, and healthcare workers as it prevents tetanus infection. (Image source: Canva)

The next vaccine is the Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV). It is very important to receive this vaccine at the right age to prevent one of the very common cancers called cervical cancer. It can also be given to males to prevent genital cancers. (Image source: Canva)

The third important vaccine is the influenza vaccine. It is highly recommended for people having chronic respiratory conditions like COPD, bronchitis, or bronchial asthma. Any patients with immunosuppression can also benefit from this vaccine. (Image source: Canva)

People who have never gotten chicken pox can take the Varicella vaccine in adulthood. Most people who get the vaccine don't get chickenpox, and those who do usually get a much milder version of the disease. (Image source: Canva)

Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines are also available, which are very important to prevent hepatic carcinoma, liver cancer, and other viral infections caused by the Hepatitis A and B viruses. Hepatitis A vaccine is mandatory for people who travel to lower-economy countries, and Hepatitis B vaccine is very important for healthcare professionals who can come across blood and blood products. (Image source: Canva)

 The pneumococcal vaccine is available for adults to prevent pneumonia, an infection in the lungs that is caused by pneumococcal bacteria. (Image source: Canva)

 A meningococcal vaccine is available for adults to prevent serious conditions like meningitis and other serious infections that can be caused by bacteria called meningococci. (Image source: Canva)

Inputs By: Dr. Chethan TL, Consultant-Internal Medicine, Kinder Hospitals, Bangalore (Image source: ABP Live AI)