The Importance of Vaccination

Protecting Yourself and the Community

Vaccination not only protects individual health but also contributes to building a healthy community by preventing the spread of dangerous infectious diseases. When vaccination rates are high, herd immunity is established, protecting even those who cannot be vaccinated due to health reasons.

Preventable Diseases

Many dangerous diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, pertussis, polio, hepatitis B, meningococcal meningitis… can be effectively prevented with vaccines. Complete vaccination reduces the risk of contracting the disease, the mortality rate, and severe complications. Some diseases, if contracted, can cause lifelong disability or death.

Vaccine Efficacy

Vaccines work by stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies against disease-causing agents. When the body comes into contact with the actual pathogen, the immune system is ready to fight it off, preventing or reducing the severity of the disease.

Proven Effectiveness

Over decades, vaccines have proven incredibly effective in controlling and eradicating many dangerous infectious diseases. Thanks to widespread vaccination programs, many diseases have been eliminated or nearly eliminated from many countries.

Common Misconceptions About Vaccines

Some common misconceptions about vaccines include: vaccines cause illness, vaccines contain harmful substances, vaccines are ineffective… This information is not scientifically based and can seriously affect public health. Seek accurate information from reputable sources such as the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO) to gain a correct perspective on this issue.

Recommendations

Adhere to the vaccination schedule recommended by the Ministry of Health to protect your own health and the health of the community. Consult a doctor or healthcare professional for specific advice on a suitable vaccination schedule.