Vaccination Is the Best Protection: Recommended Vaccines for Every Stage of Life
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to make sure you and your family are up to date on recommended vaccinations.
At Tepeyac Community Health Center, we believe vaccination is the best protection. Vaccines are one of the safest and most effective ways to prevent serious illness, protect people of all ages, and reduce the spread of preventable diseases throughout our community.
Whether you're expecting a baby, getting your child ready for school, or looking to stay healthy as you age, Tepeyac offers recommended vaccines and immunizations in Denver for every stage of life—from prenatal care and pediatric care to adult and senior primary care.
Why Vaccinations Are Important
Vaccines protect more than just the person receiving them. When more people stay up to date on recommended immunizations, it helps prevent outbreaks and protects infants, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems who are at greater risk of serious illness.
Even if you're healthy, staying current on your recommended vaccines helps keep your family, coworkers, classmates, and neighbors healthy.
Recommended Vaccines During Pregnancy
Getting vaccinated during pregnancy helps protect both you and your baby. Certain vaccines allow your body to create protective antibodies that are passed to your baby before birth, helping protect them during their first few months of life.
Safe and recommended vaccines during pregnancy include:
COVID-19
Influenza (Flu)
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap)
If you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk with your prenatal care provider about which vaccines are recommended during your pregnancy.
Back-to-School Vaccines for Children Under 18
As the new school year begins, making sure your child is up to date on their recommended vaccines is one of the best ways to protect their health and help keep schools healthy.
Recommended vaccines for children include:
COVID-19
Varicella (Chickenpox)
Poliovirus (Polio)
Influenza (Flu)
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), when recommended
Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap)
Your child's primary care provider can help determine which vaccines they need based on their age and immunization history.
Recommended Vaccines for Adults Over 50
Vaccinations continue to play an important role in protecting your health as you get older. Staying current on recommended adult vaccines can reduce your risk of serious illness, hospitalization, and complications.
Recommended vaccines for adults over 50 include:
COVID-19
Influenza (Flu)
Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
Pneumococcal (Pneumonia)
Your healthcare provider can recommend the vaccines that are right for you based on your age, health conditions, and medical history.
Vaccines for the Whole Family at Tepeyac
Tepeyac Community Health Center provides vaccinations for infants, children, teens, adults, pregnant patients, and older adults as part of our comprehensive primary care services.
If you're unsure which vaccines you or your family need, we're here to help. Call Tepeyac to schedule an appointment or ask your provider about recommended immunizations at your next primary care visit.