Vaccines are an effective way to prevent infectious diseases1. Vaccines prevent up to 3 million deaths worldwide every year1. The World Health Organization (WHO) has listed vaccine hesitancy as one of the biggest threats to global health1. Vaccine hesitancy is where people with access to vaccines delay or refuse vaccination1.
Thus, it is important to urge households to get vaccinated to be protected against diseases like smallpox, polio, Hepatitis, flu, etc. Here are some reasons why you should consider getting vaccinated –
1. To prevent diseases:
One of the primary reasons for vaccination is to avoid possible illnesses that might arise if you are not vaccinated. Vaccination reduces the possibility of acquiring illnesses against which they are built like Hepatitis, typhoid, flu, polio, etc. Even recent illnesses like the Coronavirus infection may be prevented or can be limited if you are vaccinated.
These diseases might cause severe physiological losses. Such losses can be avoided through vaccines.
2. For overall safety:
Being vaccinated reduces the chances of contracting the specified illnesses and keeps you safe. For children, vaccinations are required for wellbeing of their overall health and development.
3. For immunity building:
Vaccines contain bacteria and viruses in dormant forms to prompt the immune system to respond against reactions caused by actual pathogen.
4. To reduce the probability of death:
Some illnesses, like COVID, for instance, can develop into serious medical complications that might even cause death. As such, being vaccinated against such deadly diseases can reduce the probability of death.
5. To avoid the possibility of infections:
Some diseases can be contagious. So, if one non-vaccinated individual catches such a disease which is communicable, he/she can infect his/her family members and make them fall sick. In extreme cases, the family member can even lose their life or develop severe physiological conditions.
6. Vaccines are developed after research and trials:
The vaccines are developed after proper research and trials. Moreover, the efficacy of the vaccine has also been endorsed by recognised medical councils and institutions. As such, vaccines are generally considered safe for the masses.
7. To safeguard your loved ones:
Lastly, by vaccinating your family members, you can ensure safety of their health. You may avoid preventable diseases. To safeguard your finances against possible medical emergencies, consider opting for a critical illness cover/rider while buying a life insurance policy. The cover protects against specified illness and gives financial assistance as stated under the policy. When it comes to critical illness coverage, you may opt for a rider or a standalone plan, depending on your needs.
So, take a pledge to get vaccinated against diseases that can be prevented. Get your family members vaccinated, too, so that you and your family can enjoy a healthy life free from vaccine-preventable diseases.
References:
1https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/why-vaccination-is-safe-and-important/
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