The chickenpox vaccine is still somewhat controversial due to the fact that is is very new.
No wild polio has been reported in Canada for over 20 years. But the disease is still common in some parts of the world.
Infection with streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria can cause serious illness and death.
Measles mumps and rubella are serious diseases that can have debilitating or even fatal side effects.
Influenza, also known as the “flu,” is a potentially serious disease caused by a virus. The virus spreads from infected persons to the nose or throat of others causes influenza.
About 125,000 people in Canada have chronic HBV infection.
HAEMOPHILUS INFLUENZAE TYPE B (HIB) VACCINE
Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) disease is a serious disease caused by bacteria. It usually affects children under 5 years old.
If you think immunization is kid's stuff, you might want to reconsider.
Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis (DTP & DTaP) Vaccines
Diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw), and pertussis (whooping cough) are serious diseases.
The Canadian Immunization Guide contains important regulations and recommendations with regard to vaccination schedules, adverse reaction reporting and many other important issues.
Keeping track of your immunizations as an adult is an important self-care step that can prevent a lot of confusion in the future. Click on the printer icon at the top of the page to make a copy.
