Brattleboro Memorial Hospital (BMH) is a not-for-profit hospital that provides high quality inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory services for the communities in the tri-state area of Vermont, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts.

National Immunization Awareness Month is celebrated annually in the U.S. in August.

The goal is to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. That’s because together, we can help raise awareness about the importance of vaccination and encourage people to talk to a healthcare provider they trust about staying up to date on their vaccinations.

Vaccinations have played a pivotal role in preventing the spread of infectious diseases. By stimulating the immune system to recognize and combat pathogens, vaccines protect individuals and communities from illnesses that once caused widespread suffering and death. For instance, vaccines have been instrumental in controlling diseases such as polio, measles, and diphtheria.

Vaccines also help prevent or limit the impact of seasonal illnesses including flu, COVID-19, and RSV. Vaccines are safe, effective, and help protect the entire community.

Here are some key vaccines recommended at different life stages:

• Infants/Children: DTaP, Polio, RSV, MMR, Hepatitis B, Hib, Rotavirus, and Varicella
• Preteens/Teens: HPV, Tdap, Meningococcal, and Influenza
• Adults: Influenza, Tdap, Influenza, Pneumococcal, and RSV (for pregnant women)
• Seniors (Age 60+): Shingles, RSV, Influenza, and COVID-19

BMH encourages you to make your appointment today and stay healthy!