Elderly Vaccinations in Hamden, CT

People often overlook how important vaccinations are for the elderly. Vaccinations are not exclusively for children and adolescents. The protection someone receives in their youth through immunization will wear off over time. There are a wide variety of factors that may make you more prone to preventable diseases such as age, job, lifestyle, stress or health complications.

DOCS Urgent Care in Hamden offers convenient and affordable vaccinations for the elderly with all major insurances accepted. Help prevent the spread of disease by getting immunizations from our board-certified medical experts with wait-free, walk-in hours.

Quality, Affordable Care

DOCS URGENT CARE – HAMDEN

ADDRESS
1700 Dixwell Ave.
Hamden, CT 06514

PHONE: (475) 238-7972
FAX: (475) 238-8609

HOURS
WEEKDAYS : 8AM-6PM
WEEKENDS : Closed

What to Know About Vaccinations & Immunizations

What is a Vaccination?

The same germs that cause a disease will be inside of a vaccine. The chicken pox vaccine will contain a weakened or dead form of the chicken pox virus. Because the germs themselves are already weakened or killed, we are able to receive the vaccine. When you are given a vaccine, you will help develop an immunity without contracting the disease first by stimulating your immune system and producing helpful antibodies. They are not a cure to a disease, but a prevention measure.

Why Does the Elderly Need Vaccinations?

Vaccinations are extremely important for individuals 65 and older. Your immune system becomes weaker as you age, and it can be harder for you to fight off infections from these diseases. For people with ongoing health conditions like diabetes or heart disease, vaccinations are even more important. Getting vaccinated helps prevent the spread of diseases within your community, your family and your friends.

Elderly Vaccinations Offered in Hamden

The elderly becomes more at risk for vaccine-preventable diseases as they get older. Because someone may not have protected themselves against these types of diseases, the person may have increased morbidity and mortality if they have more medical problems alongside the issue and are at higher risk for complications. We offer vaccinations and immunizations conveniently for patients at our Hamden office.

There is an immunization schedule that the elderly follows. You should understand what your immunization schedule looks like first by talking to your Hamden Primary Care Physician.

Older adults aged 65+ can take charge of their health by receiving vaccines including:

  • Flu (Influenza)
  • Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
  • Pneumonia (Pneumococcal)
  • TD (Tetanus Diphtheria)
  • TDAP (Whooping Cough)
  • Hepatitis A (HEP A)
  • Hepatitis B (HEP B)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella)

The Care You Need When You Need It in Hamden

It’s important for you to be updated on your vaccines so you can lower your chances of contracting or spreading a disease. You need to protect yourself as well as the people around you in your family and friends. Hamden has all of the vaccinations you need and you can talk to your primary care physician to get them today. We provide vaccination services with the highest quality care from board-certified physicians at an affordable price.

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