Vaccinations play a crucial role in protecting individuals and communities from serious infectious diseases. At Summit Health Urgent Care, we prioritize vaccinations as a fundamental aspect of preventive healthcare. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that you and your loved ones stay healthy through vaccination.

What Are Vaccinations?

Vaccinations, also known as immunizations, are injections of weakened or inactive parts of a germ, such as a virus or bacteria, that help your immune system recognize and fight off the germ if you are exposed to it in the future. Vaccines are designed to prevent diseases and reduce the spread of infections.

Why Vaccinations Are Important:

1. Disease Prevention: Vaccinations are highly effective in preventing serious diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, polio, influenza, hepatitis, and more.
2. Herd Immunity: When a significant portion of a community is vaccinated against a disease, it creates herd immunity, protecting even those who cannot be vaccinated due to medical reasons.
3. Public Health: Vaccinations are a cornerstone of public health efforts, reducing the overall burden of infectious diseases and preventing outbreaks.
4. Protecting Vulnerable Populations: Vaccinations help protect vulnerable populations such as infants, elderly individuals, and people with weakened immune systems who are more susceptible to severe complications from infections.

Types of Vaccinations:

• Childhood Vaccines: Protecting children from diseases like measles, mumps, rubella, polio, chickenpox, and more.
• Adult Vaccines: Including vaccines for influenza, tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, or whooping cough, hepatitis, and shingles.
• Travel Vaccines: Recommended for travelers to protect against diseases prevalent in specific regions.
• COVID-19 Vaccines: Vital in combating the ongoing pandemic and preventing severe illness and hospitalization.

Our Vaccination Services:

At Summit Health Urgent Care, we offer a comprehensive range of vaccination services, including:

• Childhood immunizations according to the CDC-recommended schedule.
• Adult vaccinations for influenza, tetanus, hepatitis, and other preventable diseases.
• Travel vaccines and consultations to ensure you are protected during international travel.
• COVID-19 vaccinations, including booster doses to enhance immunity.

Protect Your Health, Protect Your Community:

Vaccinations are a safe and effective way to protect yourself, your family, and your community from preventable diseases. Contact Summit Health Urgent Care to schedule your vaccinations or discuss any questions you may have about immunizations. Let's work together to safeguard public health and build a healthier future for everyone.