National immunization month is observed in August every year to bring to light the importance of vaccines in both children and adults. Through the years, governments and communities have time and again emphasized the importance of vaccinations. Awareness camps, free vaccines and medical checkups and many other initiatives are run through the year to encourage parents to vaccinate their children. Why are vaccinations so important? Is it a must that we vaccinate ourselves and our children?

Today, there is a lot of new-age advice floating around about how vaccinations need not be an integral part of a child’s medical plan. However, we know that prevention is better than cure and it is better to be safe than sorry.

Here are top 4 reasons why vaccinations are an absolute must.

1.It can save your child’s/your life

This has to be the no-brainer and the most important reason to get regularly vaccinated. These are preventions for deadly diseases that were once prevalent and killed thousands of people!  By taking vaccinations, you save your life and the lives of your loved ones.

2. Save time and money

Healthcare costs have risen a great deal and if someone falls sick, it takes a lot of time, money and effort on both their part and on the family’s part to recover. Vaccinations are a great way to prevent this! Why miss a vaccination and risk falling sick?

3.Unpredictable nature of health

The diseases that can be prevented by vaccinations are not always eliminated from your environment completely – this means that anyone without the vaccine can catch them! Given the unpredictability of these things, vaccinations are a sure shot way of knowing you are safe from one such disease.

4.You protect the ones you love

By vaccinating yourself, you not only protect yourself but also the ones you love! If you catch a disease, there are high chances that your loved ones can fall sick as well. Some of these diseases can be very deadly in older adults and in infants. By taking a vaccine, you are ensuring not just you but your family is protected.

 

References

https://www.vaccines.gov/more_info/features/five-important-reasons-to-vaccinate-your-child.html