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Who should get the HPV vaccine?
https://fcs.osu.edu/HPV_vaccine
All children from ages 11 to 12, teens, and young adults through age 26 should get the HPV vaccine. Early protection works best. That’s why the HPV (human papilloma virus) vaccine is recommended earlier rather than later. It protects your child long befor ...
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Aging
https://fcs.osu.edu/intranet/fcs-professionals/fcs/aging
The OSU Extension Aging team provides educational programs to help older adults age well and live independently. Some of the programs offered by team members include: Aging Smart Alzheimer's Association Educational Programs Bingocize * Healthy Aging ...
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Pediatrics
https://fcs.osu.edu/intranet/fcs-professionals/vaccination-toolkit/pediatrics
Pediatrics Federal Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program Parent information Vaccines by age FAQs Vaccines for Children (VFC) Ohio Program Vaccines for Children (VFC) Free Vaccines Handout Comprehensive Guide to Vaccine Recommendations [PDF] Specific Vaccine ...
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Mental Wellness Education
https://fcs.osu.edu/intranet/fcs-professionals/fcs/mental-wellness-education
Mental wellness is foundational to the broader continuum of wellbeing and prevention for individuals, families, and communities. Mental Wellness is an element of the Buckeye Dimensions of Wellness across the life span and an important part of overall well ...
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Are vaccines safe?
https://fcs.osu.edu/vaccines_are_safe
Yes, vaccines are safe. They are held to high standards and are rigorously tested before they reach you. Every vaccine goes through rigorous and lengthy safety testing. This includes testing the vaccine through clinical trials. The FDA then analyzes the d ...
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Can a flu vaccine give me the flu?
No, a flu vaccine cannot cause the flu. The viruses in a flu shot are killed (inactivated) and can’t cause the flu illness. While a flu vaccine can't give you the flu illness, there are potential side effects from getting a flu vaccine. These side ef ...
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Where can I get vaccinated?
https://fcs.osu.edu/vaccination_locations
Getting vaccinated is easy! Check with your doctor or local pharmacy to get started. You can get most recommended vaccines at the local pharmacy, doctor’s offices, health centers, health departments, and travel clinics. Most vaccines are covered by health ...
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What does the pneumococcal vaccine do for you?
https://fcs.osu.edu/pneumococcal_vaccine
The pneumococcal vaccine protects you from severe bacterial infection. Bacteria called Streptococcus pneumoniae, or pneumococcus, can cause infections in the blood, brain, ears, nose or lungs. Some of these infections can be life threatening, especially f ...
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Who should get the shingles vaccine?
https://fcs.osu.edu/shingles-vaccine
All adults 50 years and older should get two doses of the shingles vaccine (Shingrix). Older adults should get the vaccine to prevent shingles and its painful complications. Adults 19 and older who have weakened immune systems should also get two doses of ...
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Are the COVID-19 vaccines safe?
https://fcs.osu.edu/COVID-19_VACCINES_SAFE
Yes, COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Although COVID-19 vaccines were developed quickly, research and development on similar vaccines has been underway for decades. All vaccine development steps were taken to ensure COVID-19 vaccine safety and ef ...