Prevention is worth a shot!

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Stay on top of your vaccines! It’s one of the best ways to keep yourself, your family and your community safe. Vaccines can help strengthen your immune system and prevent diseases. Keep up your defenses by visiting a primary care provider.

The PHMC Health Network has six federally qualified health centers throughout Philadelphia. We offer primary and preventive care to adults, children and families.

To request an appointment, please call 855.887.9229 or click link below.

View the resources below to learn more about vaccines for different age groups.

PEDIATRIC VACCINES
Staying on top of your child’s vaccines from birth can help get them off to a strong start.

• View CDC’s vaccine schedule for children ages 0-6 years.
• Create a personalized vaccine schedule for your child using this online tool.

ADOLESCENT & TEEN VACCINES
Keeping your teen up-to-date on their vaccines is key to maintaining their health.

• View CDC’s vaccine schedule for kids and teens ages 7-18 years.
• Check out CDC’s fact sheets on vaccines to protect against HPV, meningitis and tetanus.

ADULT (19+) VACCINES
There are many vaccines to protect young and middle-aged adults.

• Read this fact sheet about vaccines for adults of all ages.
• Check out CDC’s online tool to find out which vaccines you need.

ADULT (50+) VACCINES
There are many vaccines to protect adults against severe illness, disability, hospitalization and death.

• Read the Alliance For Aging Research’s resource for a list of diseases vaccines provide protection against and a tracker to record your doses.
• View CDC’s resources about the shingles vaccine, why vaccines are important and types of vaccines for different age groups and health conditions.

COVID-19 & FLU VACCINES
Getting your flu shot each year and staying on top of your COVID-19 boosters can keep you and your community safe.

• View CDC’s COVID-19 vaccine FAQs, 6 things to know about the vaccines for children, and use this online tool to find out when you can get your next booster.
• Check out CDC’s reasons to get the flu vaccine each year.