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Vaccines & Immunizations in Georgia
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Immunizations are as vital for our health as eating well, exercising, and getting enough sleep. Since their introduction, they have prevented millions of deaths annually, leading to the near eradication or significant reduction of diseases such as smallpox, polio, tetanus, measles, and diphtheria. At AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, our expert primary care physicians ensure you receive the right vaccines at the right time, whether for routine immunizations, flu shots or COVID shots, travel vaccine, or other needs. We strive to make the process as convenient and stress-free as possible so you can concentrate on staying healthy.
Why Immunizations Matter:
Our Approach to Immunizations
Immunizations are one of the safest ways to protect you and your family from serious illness, offering long-lasting immunity. When you receive a vaccine, it triggers your body’s natural immune response and helps your body fight off the germ if you encounter it again. Vaccine efficacy is crucial for protecting those around you who may not be able to get vaccinated, such as babies, people with weakened immune systems, or those allergic to vaccine ingredients like eggs or gelatin.
At AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, our caring team ensures you have access to the vaccines you need, whether you’re at home or traveling. We provide convenient walk-in urgent care services for all your immunization needs. If you have an AllCare primary care physician, you can also discuss any vaccine requirements with them.
Our Immunizations & Vaccination Services Offered in Georgia
Hepatitis A & Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B and Hepatitis A are serious liver diseases with different transmission methods. Hepatitis B spreads through contact with infected blood or bodily fluids, potentially leading to liver damage, cancer, or death, and is recommended for everyone from birth to age 60. Hepatitis A, caused by a virus found in the stool of infected individuals, is spread through contaminated food, water, or close contact. Both children and adults should receive childhood vaccines and immunizations for these diseases to ensure protection.
Pneumococcal
Pneumococcal vaccines protect against bacterial infections like pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis, which can cause serious health issues or even death. It’s recommended for anyone who is at high risk of getting seriously ill from these diseases, including children and people over age 65.
Tdap Shot
A Tdap immunization can protect against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (whooping cough). Diphtheria is spread from person to person, while tetanus enters the bloodstream through a cut or open wound. These diseases can be deadly at any age, but whooping cough is especially dangerous for babies, and anyone who is around them should be immunized.
Chickenpox (Varicella)
Chickenpox is an itchy rash caused by the varicella-zoster virus that usually lasts about a week. Additional symptoms include tiredness, loss of appetite, fever, and headache. It can lead to more severe infections, including pneumonia, swelling of the brain or spinal cord lining, and blood, bone, and joint infections. Sometimes, people who have had chickenpox will get shingles, a painful rash, later in life.
Flu Shot
Influenza is a contagious respiratory condition. A flu shot prevents not only the flu but also millions of flu-related illnesses and complications like pneumonia, bronchitis, and sinus and ear infections. The flu is most dangerous for Infants and young children, people 65 years and older, pregnant people, and people with certain health conditions or a weakened immune system. The CDC recommends vaccinating everyone six months or older for the flu every year.
MMR Vaccine
This highly effective vaccine offers long-term protection—usually for life—against measles, mumps, and rubella. These three diseases are easily spread through contact with infected people and can cause serious health concerns, including meningitis, blindness, and hearing loss. This immunization is recommended for children at one year old and anyone older who has not previously been vaccinated.
HPV Vaccine
The Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the U.S. It’s spread through sexual contact with someone who is infected with the virus and affects many young people in their late teens or early 20s. HPV immunization can protect against the HPV viruses that cause genital warts and certain types of cancers.
COVID Vaccine
The COVID-19 vaccine protects you and those around you from severe complications like hospitalization and death. It is recommended for everyone six months and older, especially high-risk groups such as those over 65, individuals with chronic conditions, immunocompromised persons, residents of long-term care facilities, and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Online Doctor Visits and Telehealth Services
Experience the convenience of telehealth appointments at AllCare Primary & Immediate Care. Our telemedicine services are designed to provide you with seamless access to healthcare without the need to leave your home. Whether you need an online doctor’s appointment for immediate or primary care, AllCare Primary & Immediate Cares got you covered. With our online telehealth services currently available to individuals located in Georgia, you can connect with our experienced urgent and primary care physicians via secure video calls.
At AllCare Primary & Immediate Care, we are expanding our virtual healthcare access to all services previously offered in person. This includes:
Who Can Benefit from Immunizations at AllCare Primary & Immediate Care?
Nearly everyone can benefit from receiving the proper immunizations to protect them from serious illnesses through every stage of life, including:
- Infants and young children who should be protected against infections that cause diseases like chickenpox, measles, and whooping cough.
- Preteens and teens who need to get additional doses of childhood immunizations and who also need vaccinations to prevent serious diseases like meningitis, HPV-related cancer, whooping cough, and the flu.
- Anyone who needs protection against seasonal viruses like the flu and COVID-19.
- Healthcare workers who are in contact with infected patients.
- Those who have certain conditions, which make them more susceptible to becoming seriously ill.
How to Get Walk-In Vaccinations at AllCare Primary & Immediate Care
Keeping up with your vaccinations is easy and convenient with our walk-in preventive care services. Here are the steps to get vaccinated at AllCare Primary & Immediate Care:
- Walk-In Anytime: Visit us during our convenient day and evening hours for walk-in vaccinations. No appointment is needed, but you can also schedule online or by contacting AllCare if you prefer.
- Share Your Information: Bring your immunization record and inform us of any recent travel or new symptoms. This helps us tailor your vaccination needs.
- Get Vaccinated: Our team will administer your vaccines, ensuring they are properly stored and not expired. We’ll follow the recommended vaccine schedule and have protocols in place for any rare reactions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are immunizations safe
Yes. Vaccines undergo constant study and rigorous testing, including clinical trials, to ensure their safety before they can ever be approved for use. Your child is far more likely to become seriously ill from a vaccine-preventable disease than from the immunization itself. Vaccine safety is monitored closely, with side effects usually mild and temporary, such as swelling, redness at the vaccination site, or a low-grade fever. If, in the rare event, you experience an allergic reaction to a vaccine, contact 911 or visit your local ER.
Do I need to vaccinate my child?
Yes. There are still vaccine-preventable diseases in the U.S., including measles and whooping cough (pertussis), which have seen a resurgence in the last few years. Your kids should be immunized to protect them from these and other serious diseases that can cause death or disability. Vaccines can also help protect babies who are too young to be fully immunized and people who can’t be vaccinated for medical reasons. In some states, children need to be up to date on their immunizations before they start school.
What is Herd Immunity?
In the past few years, especially with COVID-19, you may have heard the term “herd immunity.” While it’s not a new term, herd immunity, also known as community immunity, occurs when a large portion of the population becomes immune to a contagious disease, providing protection for those who can’t be vaccinated. Simply put, when you limit the opportunity for the infection to spread, you limit the number of people who are contagious.
How often do I need to get vaccinated?
The frequency of vaccinations depends on the specific vaccine and individual health needs:
- Routine Vaccines: Some vaccines require multiple doses initially, followed by booster shots at certain intervals. For example, the tetanus booster is recommended every 10 years.
- Flu Vaccine: It’s recommended annually due to changes in flu virus strains.
- COVID-19 Vaccine: Initial doses and boosters may be needed based on current guidelines and personal health factors.
- Immunization for Travel: Timing depends on the destination and the specific travel vaccine required; consult with a healthcare provider before traveling.
Always follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations for vaccines and boosters based on your health status and lifestyle.
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