Why Vaccines Matter
Your health and wellness matters. Vaccines are important to protect you and others from getting and spreading preventable diseases. Attending annual wellness visits keeps you on track with the recommended routine vaccines that protect you and keep you healthy. Adults should receive yearly vaccines, such as the flu (influenza) vaccine and annual COVID-19 immunization.
Vaccines help keep people well and reduce the severity of their symptoms if they do get sick. There are other recommended vaccines related to age, health, pregnancy, job, lifestyle, and travel. Your primary health care provider can determine which vaccines you need and where to get them.
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Many benefits are associated with vaccines. Saving lives is one of the greatest impacts. Other benefits include:
- Prevention of illness and lasting effects
- Health care cost savings
- Healthier lives
- Healthier communities
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The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provides a comprehensive list and schedule of immunizations for all ages and general vaccination guidelines in the links below:
We are here to help you. If you have questions on how to get vaccinated, you can always reach out to your Care Coordinator or Care Manager. Other places to learn more about getting vaccinated are:
- Your primary care provider (PCP)
- Participating pharmacies
- Pharmacists can provide details on available vaccines and current age requirements
- Community health clinics
- Local health departments
Vaya offers incentives for some vaccines. Eligible members can get a $10 gift card for receiving an annual COVID-19 immunization or influenza (flu) vaccine. This benefit can be used for up to two gift cards per plan year. You may choose a gift card from Amazon, Target, or Walmart. Visit Vaya Total Care Perks for more information on this incentive.
Respiratory viruses are a common cause of serious illness and can easily spread throughout communities. Respiratory-related vaccines are listed in the CDC’s immunization schedule, including the following three:
- Annual COVID-19 Immunization
- Influenza (Flu) Vaccine
- RSV Vaccine
To learn more about these respiratory viruses and preventing them, the CDC provides information to help you protect yourself from COVID-19, Flu, and RSV
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