Vaccination

What is the Boostrix vaccine?

• It is also known as the TDAP vaccine
• Protects against diptheria, tetanus and pertussis (Whooping cough)

Who is the Boostrix vaccine for?

• Adults should be receiving the vaccine once every 10 years
• Any adult in close proximity with an infant below 12 months of age, and more than 10 years out from their last TDAP vaccine
• Before pregnancy, during the third trimester, or immediately after childbirth

What is the Chickenpox (Varicella) vaccine?

• Chickenpox is a highly infectious viral illness that is caused by a herpes virus called varicella-zoster and spreads through direct contact or droplets from an infected person
   

Who is the Chickenpox (Varicella) vaccine for?

• Children between 12-18 months
• Non-immune healthcare workers
• Women who are planning on getting pregnant
   

HOW MANY DOSES

• 2 doses, 3 months apart for those below 13

What is the Flu (Influenza) vaccine?

• It Is a infectious viral respiratory illness more commonly known as “flu”
• It is a markedly more severe condition than the common cold
• Targets the respiratory tract in humans, causing an inflammatory response of the mucosal membranes
• Transmission is via airborne droplets
   

Who is the Flu (Influenza) vaccine for?

• Adults aged 65 and above
• Adults with chronic medical conditions like heart disease, asthma, diabetes, liver and kidney disease
• Immunocompromised individuals
• Adults receiving long term aspirin therapy
• Women at all stages of pregnancy

How often must the Flu (Influenza) vaccine be taken?

• Once a year as the formulation is subject to review annually

What is the Hepatitis A vaccine?

• Hepatitis A is a serious liver disease caused by the Hepatitis A virus
• It spreads by close contact with individuals infected with the virus or by eating food or drinking water contaminated with the virus
   

Who is the Hepatitis A vaccine for?

• International travellers
• Those with chronic liver disease or HIV
• Those who use injection or non-injection drugs
• Liver Transplant patients
   

How many doses of the Hepatitis A vaccine are there?

• 2 doses, 6 months apart

What is the Hepatitis B vaccine?

WHAT IS IT

• Hepatitis B is a serious liver disease caused by the Hepatitis B virus
• It spreads by close contact with individuals infected with the virus or by eating food or drinking water contaminated with the virus

Who is the Hepatitis B vaccine for?

• Sexually active individuals with multiple partners
• Household contact with individuals with Hepatitis B
• Individuals undergoing Haemodialysis

How many doses of the Hepatitis B vaccine are there?

• 3 doses
• 2nd dose: 1 month after 1st dose
• 3rd dose: 6 months after 1st dose

What is the Hepatitis A+B (Twinrix) vaccine?

• Twinrix is a combination of Hepatitis A and B who those who lack immunity to both Hepatitis A and B
   

Who is the Hepatitis A+B (Twinrix) vaccine for?

• International travellers
• Males who have sexual contact with other males
• Those diagnosed with chronic liver disease
• Those who use injection or non-injection drugs

How many doses of the Hepatitis A+B (Twinrix) vaccine are there?

• 3 doses
• 2nd dose: 1 month after 1st dose
• 3rd dose: 6 months after 1st dose

What is the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine?

• HPV, also known as Human Papillomavirus, is  a group of more than 100 different virus, grouped into high-risk (may cause cancer) and low-risk (non-cancer causing)
• These viruses can lead to cervical or vaginal cancer in females, anal cancer and genital warts in males
   

Who is the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine for?

• Those who are sexually active
• Anyone above the aged of 9 years old, or whenever as advised by a doctor
   

How many doses of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine are there?

• 2-3 doses depending on the HPV subtype  the vaccine is protecting against

What is the Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine?

• MMR stands for measles, mumps and rubella
• Measles is caused by a virus that can be found in mucus and throat of an infected person which spreads through direct contact or bodily fluids of an infected person
• Mumps is a highly contagious viral infection that causes pain and swelling to the parotid glands. It is spread by coughing, sneezing or any contact with bodily fluids of an infected person
• Rubella is a disease spread by air or close contacted with an infected person and caused rashes

Who is the Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine for?

• All children when they turn 1, second dose when they are 15-18 months
• Those who did not complete their childhood vaccination
• Women who are planning on getting pregnant

How many doses of the Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine are there?

• 2 doses

What is the Pneumococcal Vaccine?

• Pneumococcal diseases causes a range of issues including ear infections and pneumonia
• It can also cause meningitis and blood poisoning, also known as septicaemia

Who is the Pneumococcal Vaccine for?

• People between the ages of 18 and 64
  • It is only recommended for adults with specific conditions. Do speak to your doctor to find out if you are eligible
• People aged 65 and above
  • Two doses, each dose administered a year apart

What is the Shingles Vaccine?

• Shingles, also known as Herpes Zoster, is caused by the same virus that results in Chickenpox that produces painful, fluid-filled blisters.

Who is the Shingles Vaccine for?

• Adults aged 50 and above
• Those with a past history of Shingles
• Those are unsure if they have had chickenpox in the past

How many doses of the Shingles Vaccine are there?

• 2 doses, administered 2 to 6 months apart.