2024-03-23 07:00:36
The vaccination campaign helps establish collective and personal immunity. With years of hindsight, it has made it possible to eradicate many diseases. What are the mandatory vaccine boosters at age 25?
Why do we need to get the vaccine booster at age 25?
Getting a vaccine booster at age 25 is recommended to maintain up-to-date protection against certain diseases targeted by childhood and adolescent vaccinations. This step helps strengthen the immune system against specific pathogens, especially those whose immunity may wane over time. This includes 4 well-defined diseases. This is a crucial preventative measure to continue to protect ourselves and maintain herd immunity. Vaccination campaigns have made it possible to eradicate certain serious diseases that are transmitted between individuals and to neutralize certain devastating epidemics. Only maintaining good vaccination coverage, that is to say a high rate of vaccinated people within the population, can keep these diseases at bay. Certain booster vaccinations must be carried out at the age of 25 and every 10 to 20 years for citizens.
To know ! In France, thanks to the vaccine, the incidence of mumps fell from 859 to 6 cases per 100,000 inhabitants between 1986 and 2017.
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Different vaccination boosters at 25 years old
Diphtheria
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection that primarily affects the mucous membranes of the throat and nose. It is caused by the bacteria Corynebacterium diphtheriae. The most alarming feature is the formation of a thick, gray or white layer at the back of the throat, which can cause breathing difficulties. Vaccination is essential to prevent this disease, which can be fatal if left untreated.
Tetanus
Tetanus is a serious infection caused by the bacteria Clostridium tetani, present in the environment: in the ground or by animal bites. Germs can enter the body through cuts, scrapes, or even burns. This disease is characterized by painful muscle spasms.
Poliomyelitis
Poliomyelitis, often called polio, is an infectious disease caused by the poliovirus. It is mainly transmitted orally and mainly affects children. Polio can cause paralysis by attacking the nervous system. The majority of infections are asymptomatic, but in severe cases it can lead to irreversible paralysis, mainly of the legs. Thanks to preventive vaccination, this disease has been eradicated in many parts of the world.
Whooping cough
Whooping cough is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacteria Bordetella pertussis. It is characterized by severe coughing fits, followed by a wheezing inspiratory noise or “cock crowing”. Affecting all ages, it is particularly dangerous for infants.
To know ! Unfortunately certain conditions come back, such as measles. Due to a drop in vaccination vigilance: nearly 6,000 cases declared in 2018 and 2019. 90% of infected people were not vaccinated.
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How to do the mandatory vaccine boosters at age 25?
You must first make an appointment with your doctor to check the health record and any booster vaccinations. If this is the case, he will issue a prescription allowing you to pick up the dose at the pharmacy. Most vaccines are reimbursed by Health Insurance and mutual insurance. To receive your booster dose, you can make an appointment:
- At a general practitioner
- At an occupational doctor
- In a drug store
- In a nursing office or with a midwife
- In vaccination center
The professional will then list the reminder on the health record once administered. It is necessary to regularly review your vaccinations and if a vaccine was forgotten during childhood, a catch-up is possible.
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Written by Camille V.
Sources
– What vaccines between 16 and 25 years old? www.ameli.fr. Accessed March 12, 2024.
– Vaccines and vaccinations – An individual and collective benefit www.inserm.fr. Accessed March 12, 2024.
– HAVE YOUR VACCINES UP TO DATE, DO A VACCINATION CATCH-UP, WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? vaccination-info-service.fr. Accessed March 12, 2024.
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