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Article: Health Net of Arizona Reminds Adults: Vaccines Aren't Just for Kids.
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- November 18, 2008
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Vaccines for flu, shingles and other preventable illnesses should be part of adults' healthy practices
PHOENIX -- Health Net of Arizona, Inc. reminds adults that vaccinations are important preventive health measures not only for children, but also for themselves.
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"Many people mistakenly believe that vaccinations are just for children," said Dr. Richard Jacobs, Health Net of Arizona's chief medical officer. "While there is no debating the importance of childhood vaccinations, adults should consult their doctors about vaccines to protect them from the flu, pneumonia, tetanus and diphtheria, hepatitis A, hepatitis B and several ...