Vaccines Not Available in Government Supply
The following vaccines are not typically provided in government healthcare facilities but are essential for comprehensive immunization and health protection. These can be availed through private providers:
- Hepatitis A (2 Shots) – Protects against Hepatitis A virus causing liver infection.
- Chickenpox (2 Shots) – Prevents chickenpox, a highly contagious disease.
- Flu Shots – Annual vaccine to protect against seasonal influenza.
- Meningitis Injections – Shields against bacterial meningitis.
- Japanese Encephalitis Injection – Vital for areas prone to this mosquito-borne disease.
- Pneumo 23 Injection – For protection against pneumococcal infections in older children and adults.
- MMR Booster – Ensures extended immunity against measles, mumps, and rubella.
- Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine – Provides long-term protection against typhoid fever.
- Cervical Cancer Vaccine – Guards against HPV infections that cause cervical cancer.
Make sure to consult a healthcare provider to discuss the importance, schedule, and availability of these vaccines for you and your family.