Elderly Vaccinations in New Milford, CT

It’s important to realize  how important vaccinations are for the elderly, and not just for children. The protection you received in your youth or adolescence will wear off over time, and stress, aging, job, lifestyle and health conditions could make you more prone to disease. DOCS Urgent Care in New Milford offers convenient wait-free walk-in times for you to get elderly vaccinations with board-certified medical experts. We accept all major insurances.

Quality, Affordable Care

DOCS URGENT CARE – NEW MILFORD

ADDRESS
141A Danbury Rd.
New Milford, CT 06776

PHONE
(860)-717-0392

FAX
(860)-717-0392

HOURS
WEEKDAYS : 8AM-8PM
SAT: & Sun  8AM-4PM

What to Know About Vaccinations & Immunizations

What is a Vaccination?

Vaccines will contain the same germs that a disease has: the measles vaccine will prevent the disease because it contains the measles virus, for instance. The germ in the vaccination has already been killed or weakened so severely that you are not able to get sick from it, which is how humans can receive vaccinations in the first place. Your immune system becomes stimulated, producing antibodies and helps build immunity towards the disease without first getting infected. They are not a cure, but a prevention.

Why Does the Elderly Need Vaccinations?

Vaccinations are very important, especially for individuals over the age of 65. Your immune system weakens as you age and can make it harder for you to fight off infections. For individuals with ongoing health conditions like diabetes and heart disease, it is even more important for those people to get vaccinated regularly. By getting vaccinated you also help prevent spreading diseases to people in your community, your friends or your family.

Elderly Vaccinations Offered in New Milford

You are at an increased risk for vaccine-preventable diseases the older you become. Lack of prevention is often one of the reasons morbidity and mortality from preventable diseases are seen in the elderly. If it becomes comorbid with other medical issues then it further raises the risk of complications. We offer vaccinations and immunizations for older individuals conveniently at our New Milford office.

When you consult with them, your New Milford Primary Care Physician will help you understand the immunization schedule the elderly need on a regular basis, similar to children.

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 New Milford

It’s important to keep yourself up-to-date on your vaccinations, otherwise you risk your chances of contracting or spreading a disease. Vaccinations are a vital part of protecting one’s family, one’s community as well as the person itself. If you need to update your vaccinations, reach out to our New Milford location today and talk with your primary care physician. Our physicians are board-satisfied and will provide affordable vaccination services with high quality of service.

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