Immunization Awareness Week Around The World

It’s time to roll up your sleeves as a part of Immunization Awareness Week.
Judy Hovi is a nurse with the Northwestern Health Unit, and says it’s important that children get vaccinated against diphtheria,tetanus,polio, measles, mumps and rubella.
Hovi adds that adults also need to keep to up to date with tetanus and diphtheria shots every 10-years and one dose of pertussis vaccine to prevent whooping cough.
If you plan on travelling to a different country, Hovi also recommends looking at specific vaccines to prevent against diseases that are more common in different areas of the world.
The Dryden office of the Northwestern Health Unit offers a vaccination clinic every Wednesday by appointment only.
For more information on vaccinations, contact your local health unit.