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Prophylactic immunization
I want to know the currently recommended prophylatic vaccinations that senior citizens should get on a yearly basis. Also all vaccines recommended for senior citizens, their frequency and doses. The names of doctors who will prescribe these vaccines.
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Dr. Vinay Verma
General Physician
36 yrs exp
Panchkula
You must have a shot of Influenza vaccine every year.
In addition it would be advisable to get a booster dose of Tetanus toxoid.
Also if you have received a full course of Hepatitis B vaccine earlier, it would be advisable to get a booster dose.
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It would be advisable to visit a physician (M.D. Medicine) for getting these vaccinations.
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