World Immunisations Week
World Immunisation Week aims to promote the life-saving power of immunisation to protect people of all ages, including older adults, against vaccine-preventable diseases. This year’s World Immunisation Week theme, “For every generation, vaccines work”, aims to promote how vaccines have safely protected people, families, and communities for generations – and continue to safeguard our future.
Vaccines are one of the most powerful tools in public health. Over the past 50 years, vaccines have saved more than 150 million lives world-wide. In the UK, the flu vaccine prevented more than 100,000 hospitalisations last winter.
This Immunisation Week, help raise awareness of vaccines:
- Reassure families that vaccines are safe and effective.
- Promote that immunisation is the best protection against diseases.
- Encourage residents to check their vaccination record with their GP and book any catch‑ups needed. If someone isn’t registered, encourage them to register with a GP – Register with your family doctor – GP | Well Newham.
- Remind residents if they are travelling overseas to check what vaccines are needed. Visit TravelHealthPro for the latest health recommendations for specific destinations – NaTHNaC – About Us
For more information about vaccinations, visit Vaccinations | Well Newham
