Vaccination

The Vaccination Department focuses on the prevention of infectious diseases through immunization. Vaccines stimulate the body’s immune system to develop protection against specific pathogens. Vaccination is essential for preventing outbreaks, reducing disease severity, and protecting public health.

Common Vaccines and Purpose:

• Hepatitis B Vaccine (HBV): Protects against Hepatitis B virus infection.

• Hepatitis A Vaccine (HAV): Prevents Hepatitis A virus infection.

• Polio Vaccine: Protects against poliomyelitis and prevents paralysis.

• Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine: Protects against measles, mumps, and rubella viruses.

• BCG Vaccine: Protects against tuberculosis.

• Influenza Vaccine: Protects against seasonal flu viruses.

• COVID-19 Vaccine: Protects against SARS-CoV-2 infection.

• Tetanus Vaccine: Protects against tetanus infection, especially after wounds.