Why Vaccinate?

Vaccines have saved millions of lives in Europe and worldwide. Extensive vaccination has contributed to the eradication of smallpox and polio in Europe and has transformed previously common diseases into rare ones.

Through vaccination, people are protected from serious and sometimes fatal vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccines also protect against the spread of these diseases among family members, friends, colleagues, classmates, and the wider community.

Vaccination is considered one of the most cost-effective public health interventions, as it prevents expenses associated with the treatment and care of sick individuals.

When a large part of the population has acquired immunity to an infectious disease, it is then rather unlikely for the disease to spread. This prevents outbreaks, and when enough people acquire immunity, “collective immunity” or “herd immunity” can be created. Thus, not only are vaccinated individuals protected, but also, indirectly, those who are more vulnerable to the disease.

Young children, the elderly, individuals with weak immune systems, cancer patients, and individuals who cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons are at risk when diseases begin to spread in the community, so vaccination can also help protect them.

Source:https://vaccination-info.europa.eu/el/shetika-me-ta-embolia/ofeli-apo-ton-emboliasmo

For any questions you may have regarding vaccinations, General Practitioner Stylianos Vitzilaios is always at your disposal to answer all your queries, and together you can schedule the necessary vaccinations to protect yourself and your family.