HomeMy WebLinkAboutImmunization Awareness Month PROCLAMATION
OCTOBER 2019 IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS MONTH
Whereas,it is important to vaccinate children on time according to the childhood immunization schedule,in
order to provide the best protection early in life,when babies are vulnerable and before they are likely to be
exposed to diseases.
Whereas,giving babies the recommended immunizations by age two is the best way to protect them from 14
serious childhood diseases.
Whereas,currently,the United States has the safest vaccine supply in its history.
Whereas,most parents vaccinate their children,resulting in high vaccine coverage rates in the U.S.
Whereas,to stay protected against serious illnesses like the flu,measles,and pneumonia,adults need
vaccinations too.
Whereas,when people are unvaccinated,outbreaks of diseases like pertussis(whooping cough)and measles
can—and do—return.
Whereas,vaccine-preventable diseases still circulate in the United States and around the world; so continued
vaccination is necessary to protect everyone from potential outbreaks.Even when diseases are rare in the U.S.,
they can be brought into the country,putting unvaccinated children and adults at risk.
NOW,THEREFORE,the Mason County Board of Health,do hereby proclaim the month of October 2019 as
Immunization Awareness Month in Mason County.We encourage parents in Mason County to make
vaccinating their children a priority and to talk to family and friends about protecting their children with vaccines.
We also call upon Mason County businesses,government agencies, community-based organizations,and service
groups to spread the immunization message throughout their communities.
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Dated this 24th day of Qdhabw 2019 Mason County Board of Health
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