Vaccine-preventable Diseases

Vaccination coverage, or the percent of people who have received particular vaccines, is measured at national, state and local levels.

Everyone six months and older should get a flu shot every flu season. Getting the flu shot helps protect you, your family and your community. Get information about vaccine and where to get vaccinated.

Haemophilus influenza (Hib) is a bacterium that can cause infections, such as pneumonia and ear infections. The most commonly known type is Haemophilus influenza type b (also called Hib).

Measles is one of the most contagious of all diseases. Keeping measles immunization levels high in our communities is critical to preventing measles outbreaks.

Meningococcal disease is a serious and potentially life-threatening bacterial infection. It often occurs without warning–even among people who are otherwise healthy.

Cancer develops gradually as a result of many different factors related to lifestyle choices, environment and genetics. Anyone can develop cancer, but many cancers can be prevented.