...Vaccinations and immunizations are very important to the general population; including infants, children, adults, and elders. A vaccine is a substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies to provide immunity to one or more than one disease. Receiving vaccines at a pharmacy should be offered at a pharmacy because they can cave your child’s life, they are safe and effective, and they protect the people you love and care about, and can save your family time and money. Lots of pharmacists offer vaccinations at the pharmacy and the different kinds of vaccinations offered are steadily increasing. Some of the vaccinations at local pharmacies include but are not limited to: Influenza, Tetanus, Whooping Cough, Pneumonia, Varicella, HPV, Hepatitis...
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...information. She had stated this was something new to her with this pregnancy and found it very scary. She was not certain if she should receive the Dtap vaccination for pertussis prevention, but had a very supportive and trusting relationship with her doctor. The mother did receive her vaccination, as recommended, and stated she is aware of some other parents who chose not to have the vaccination due to warnings of risks associated vaccinations. The mother stated she was aware that whooping cough was an issue in the Ventura County area, and wanted to make sure her daughter was protected. With her medical support background, and many friends in the medical field, she stated she understood the benefits of breastfeeding in providing her daughter with antibody protection. In reviewing the pamphlet with her, she appreciated seeing the statistics associated with the risk of not having the vaccination. The mother was definitely glad of her decision. She is aware of some known recent whooping cough cases and feels her daughter is safe from this disease because of her choices. My impression of the mother is she was very proactive and...
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...today, thanks to vaccination, there are no reports of polio in the United States. Vaccination is very safe and effective. Vaccines are only given to children after a long and careful review by scientists, doctors, and healthcare professionals. Vaccines will involve some discomfort and may cause pain, redness, or tenderness at the site of injection but this is minimal compared to the pain, discomfort, and trauma of the diseases these vaccines prevent. Serious side effects following vaccination, such as severe allergic reaction, are very rare. The disease-prevention benefits of getting vaccines are much greater than the possible side effects for almost all children. Immunization protects others you care about. Children in the U.S. still get vaccine-preventable diseases. In fact, we have seen resurgences of measles and whooping cough (pertussis) over the past few years. In 2010 the U.S. had over 21,000 cases of whooping cough reported and 26 deaths, most in children younger than 6 months. Unfortunately, some babies are too young to be completely vaccinated and some...
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...lower the risk for some diseases and it might even cause financial growth. There are several advantages of receiving the recommended vaccines. One advantage is that they are designed to put foreign antigens into the body so the body will produce antibodies to fight it off. The body will produce two types of immune responses when an antigen is introduced in order to ensure total immunity from the disease. Vaccines ensure that children get immunity from diseases instead of contracting them. Having immunity is a major advantage against any disease. There is less complications and it decreases the chance for Pneumonia, stroke, and Herpic Neuralgia. ("How Do Vaccines Work To Protect People From Disease?", 2014) Parents should consider the benefits of getting their child vaccinated since they are very essential in preventing diseases and sometime even death. Many years ago, there were no vaccinations for many...
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...Most people know that thanks to immunization through vaccination some diseases like smallpox or polio have been eradicated in the world or like whooping cough, measles and mumps have been eradicated in the United States since in most cases a vaccine provides protection for the rest of their lives, but nowadays these diseases that were eradicated in the US are coming back because some parents are skipping their children’s shots. This video shows how parents are afraid of what vaccines can do to their kids. In the video a mom says, “You are injecting a substance into your child, so I think it's very natural to wonder whether that substance might actually be doing harm.” And I agree with her, parents should know what substance is being injected...
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...It’s also states that vaccine-prevented diseases have not disappeared so vaccinations are still necessary and that in Pharmaceutical production, vaccines provide economic benefits for society. Those against the immunization of our youth argue that vaccines can cause serious and sometimes fatal side effects, contain harmful ingredients, and are considered immoral or deemed religiously wrong. They also state that the government should not intervene in personal medical choices and that mandatory vaccines effect our constitutionally protected freedoms. The fight between ‘Pros’ and ‘Cons’ is an obvious argument of Morals versus Ethical beliefs and reflect upon the minds of those who have been effected compared to those who have affected others in either a lifesaving or life threatening...
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...The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulate all vaccines to ensure safety and effectiveness. No federal laws mandating vaccination exist, but all 50 states require certain vaccinations (exemptions allowed) for children entering public schools (ProCon.org, 2013). Children who are not vaccinated have a higher death rate than children who have obtained vaccinations. There are many arguments as to whether vaccinations are safe for children to receive. Vaccines should be a requirement for children because they help prevent diseases, minimize the risks for some disease and increase economic benefits. Vaccines are designed to put foreign antigens into the body so the body will produce antibodies to fight it off. When an antigen is introduced into the body and an antigen-antibody formation is produced, an immune response is stimulated. The body produces two types of immune response to ensure maximum immunity from disease. Vaccines provide children with the opportunity to receive immunity against the disease rather than actually contracting disease. The advantage of just having immunity against the disease is the fact that there will be fewer complications. Fewer complications leads to a decreased risk of stroke, heart disease, post herpetic neuralgia and pneumonia (Nazarko, 2013). Vaccines are very essential in preventing many diseases and the possibility of death. There are certain vaccinations that were not available many years ago. As a result, numerous people died from...
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...Evaluation of a Website Chamberlain College of Nursing NR500: Foundational Concepts and Applications Summer 2014 Evaluation of a Website “The Center for Disease Control and Prevention is one of the major operating components of the Department of Health and Human Services” and it that offers health and safety information regarding health issues” (CDC.gov, 2014, organization, para.1). CDC.gov is a free on-line communication that is available to individuals, researchers, students and health-care providers. According to their website, the CDC.gov (2014) offers approximately 500 million pages and averages 41 million views per month. The purpose of CDC.gov (2014) is to offer reliable health information about data and statistics, diseases and conditions, emergencies and disasters, environmental health, and many more topics to all individuals who are interested (CDC.gov, purpose of website, para. 1). The particular section of the CDC.gov researched is about Vaccines and Immunizations. The search engine used to locate this information was Google Scholar. Its URL is http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/?s_cid=cdc_homepage_topmenu_002. Website Criteria Five criteria’s must be present when performing an analysis of a reliable website. The CDC’s website clearly addresses each of them. There are several qualified authors responsible for the material on this website who are experts in the area of vaccines. The CDC.gov website indicates the content source for vaccines as the National Center...
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...THE USE OF VACCINES Vaccines have been considered instrumental in making the world a healthier environment for children and adults alike; however, vaccines do impose some health risks. It is important for all parents to consider both the benefits and risks of vaccines when deciding whether or not to have a child vaccinated. Vaccines are made up of products that stimulate a person’s immune system to produce immunity to a specific disease, protecting the person from that disease. They are usually administered through needle injections by mouth or sprayed into the nose. They are made up of small amounts of weakened or dead versions of bacteria, viruses, or other antigens that stimulate the immune system to create antibodies that prevent future infections from the disease. There are fourteen vaccine-preventable diseases that are considered potentially serious and have been routinely vaccinated against; these are: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Meningococcal, Rotavirus, Diptheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Polio, Hepatitis A and B, Pneumococcal disease, Varicella (Chicken Pox), and Haemophilus Influenza Type B (HIB disease). Not long ago, these diseases disabled and killed millions of American children but because of the United States high compliance with childhood immunization schedules, these diseases have now become very uncommon (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2015). Immunization is a subject that evokes very strong opinions...
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...Ever since the earliest vaccines were introduced generations ago, people have spoken out against the seemingly dangerous process of voluntarily exposing one’s body to pathogens in order to prevent future infections. But, like many controversial medical procedures introduced in the last few centuries, doctors and scientists have, over time, proven vaccines to be not only harmless but effective and beneficial. However, many people today still speak out against the same vaccines that scientific evidence has proven are saving lives all across the world. When one carefully examines the evidence provided by modern research, it becomes clear that the benefits of vaccines to the individual and to public health far outweigh the risks associated...
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...Vaccinations: A Practice of Public Safety Vaccinations: A Practice of Public Safety Since their first introduction in the late 1700s, vaccinations have been a controversial topic of discussion. Vaccines are a safe and effective way to prevent the spread of disease. Although we can attribute the eradication and control of many diseases to vaccinations, there are still many Americans who are refusing to vaccinate their children based on their belief in a few unfounded fears. Most of these fears that the anti vaccine community believes are centered around the health risks involved with the practice of vaccinating. The majority of these fears have been disproven through extensive research. With the continued research and innovations of the leading scientists in vaccines, vaccines will become safer and more readily available to people around the world. Vaccinating is the most effective way to keep the public healthy by preventing and eliminating diseases and by preventing future outbreaks. Before the Scientist Edward Jenner introduced vaccines, it was a common to hear about deaths from diseases such as Smallpox, Rubella, Polio, Measles, Tetanus, and Diphtheria. Once these diseases were introduced into a community, they seemed to spread quickly, taking many victims with them. Today, because of the implementation of vaccines, this is a very uncommon occurrence. Hearing about someone being infected with these diseases is rare, and hearing about a death due to these diseases is even...
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...The health benefits of lavender essential oil include its ability to eliminate nervous tension, relieve pain, disinfect the scalp and skin, enhance blood circulation and treat respiratory problems. The Latin name of lavender is Lavare, which means “to wash”, due to its aroma which has a particularly clean aroma. Lavender oil is extracted mostly from the flowers of the lavender plant, primarily through steam distillation. Lavender French Essential Oil Latinname: Lavandula officinalis Synonyms: L. vera, L. officinalis Plant family: Lamiaceae Extraction: Distillation of the flowering tops Origin: Europe, mainly France Plant characteristics: This hardy herb has a delicate purple-blue flower in spring and summer. It is not to be confused with larger cross-breeds of the lavender family, such as spike or lavandin, as it does not have the same essential oil properties, or appearance, being much smaller and less spectacular. Common to Europe Oil characteristics: A very pale yellow oil with a sweet, floral, warm, fresh aroma. The smell is significantly different to Spike lavender Traditional use: An ancient folk remedy, this oil was used to comfort the stomach and the soul. It was also used extensively in the washing of personal clothes to make them smell fresh. Blends well with: Most other essential oils. Cautions and comments: No known contra-indications. Always check the Latin name when buying lavender oil as there are many other types of lavender that are not at all as...
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...Running head: IMMUNIZATION:RISKS VS BENEFITS Immunization: Risks vs Benefits Gail D. Adams G124/ENC1101 Section 07 Abstract As the world population continues to grow, the issue of whether or not to immunize our children is one that needs to be investigated, and resolved. This paper will inform the reader of both the risks, and the benefits associated with immunization, as well as, dispel the rumors and misinformation surrounding the vaccines used. Immunization: Risks vs Benefits In the world we live in today, the incidence of serious or deadly disease still remains, and just because the U.S. has not had a pandemic recently, the possibilities of a disease of epic proportions is basically only a plane ride away. It is very important to be educated and informed about immunization, the risks versus benefits, so that we can be wise and immunize. Immunization Benefits Immunization against deadly diseases has been a hot topic for many years, and the public needs to be informed on both the benefits and risks that are associated with the vaccines, so that all people can make a well informed decision on whether or not to vaccinate. There seems to be many misconceptions about the vaccines, but the cold, hard, truth is that immunization prevents illness, disability, and death from vaccine preventable diseases such as: polio, diphtheria, pneumonia, rubella, tetanus, pertussis, measles, and rotavirus diarrhea. About 22.4 million infants did not receive the diphtheria...
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...It may be one in a million that an injury will occur, but could your child be that one? Vaccination may not cause autism, but it’s proven that it may cause allergic reactions, paralyzation, death, mental illness, seizures, hospitalization and breathing issues. An example of this is in July of 1994, The New England journal of medicine, did a study surprisingly finding out 80% of children fully vaccinated for whooping cough still contracted it. Most of these effects are permanent and cannot be changed. Would you want your child living with seizures because of one shot? It also turns out that 2 out of 10 children suffering from vaccination injuries pass away. The guilt is huge for families suffering with a vaccination injured child. Effects are dangerous and extreme, the risk isn't worth a useless...
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...Vaccinations protect from nasty diseases, but the antiimmunisation voice is getting louder. Introduction Whilst some, or all of us, hate getting needles jabbed in us, it is sometimes necessary so we don’t get sick, or worse, die. There are terrible diseases i.e. Rubella, Polio, Whooping Cough, out there which we try to avoid. Vaccinations may help prevent getting them. Though we get immunised, we still need to be careful in making a well informed decision on behalf of this we love and care about. It is still possible to contract the disease we were vaccinated against, as in the case of chicken pox, where a person can come down with a slight case of it. We will look at the pros and cons of the immunisation debate and understand the benefit of proper decision making when deciding to get immunised. Body It is thought that vaccinations can help stop, and even get rid of, nasty diseases. It is reported that “Polio, for example, was eliminated in the United States by 1979 after widespread vaccination efforts” - as quoted from historyofvaccines.org. But while some people vaccinate their children, others do not. (Research from the National Health Performance Authority has found 77,000 Australian children are not fully immunised. As reported by Amy Simmons for ABC News. April 2013) In numerous parts of the world, it is thought that people need vaccines to stop the spread of disease. While some countries aren’t plagued with deadly diseases, there are some countries that...
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