The single-most important way to ensure that you stay healthy and strong as you age is to stay up-to-date with your vaccinations.
Below are some of the recommended vaccines for older adults:
Pneumonia: Adults ages 65 and older should get vaccinated for pneumonia, per the CDC. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs and is caused by pneumococcal disease. This disease can also lead to bacteremia and meningitis . Seniors are more susceptible to contracting pneumonia because of age-related chronic health conditions like diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, dementia and heart disease.
Shingles: Shingles is a condition that affects the nerves, causing a sensation of burning, shooting pain, tingling and/or itching. It is usually accompanied by a rash with fluid-filled blisters. This condition is caused by the same virus as chickenpox, so if you had chickenpox before, the virus could become active again in the form of shingles. By getting the shingles vaccine, you can help reduce the chance of getting shingles.
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