Vaccinations

Vaccinations are an important part of your preventive health plan. Call today or click the online booking button to learn more about vaccinations at Feminine Urgicare. Walk-ins are also welcome.

What is the difference between vaccines and vaccinations?

Vaccines and vaccinations are terms many may use interchangeably. Though related, they each refer to different parts of the process used to protect you from contagious diseases.

Vaccines

A vaccine is a preparation that contains a dead or weakened germ or a special part of a germ. 

When vaccines are administered into your body, your immune system recognizes the germ component as foreign and harmful and creates a defense mechanism against it. This process is called immunization, meaning you’re immune or protected from the disease.

Vaccines help your immune system protect you from diseases that may cause serious illnesses without you ever getting sick. 

Vaccinations

Vaccinations refer to the administration of the vaccine by your health care provider. Most vaccines are given as an injection, but some are available as nasal sprays, pills, or liquids.

When do I need vaccinations?

Medical services are provided by Paramus Women's Acute Care or Clifton Women's Acute Care, depending on the location where the patient receives care. You get most of the vaccinations you need during childhood, but you may need boosters or other vaccinations at other points throughout your life.

The independent medical practitioners reference the vaccination schedule from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to determine when you need vaccinations. These guidelines suggest:

• Flu vaccine once a year
• Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine 
• Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) every 10 years
• Hepatitis B, up to 4 doses between ages 19 and 50
• Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine (2 to 3 doses up to age 45)
• Varicella vaccine

The licensed clinical team provides vaccines for COVID-19 and influenza, alongside some of the more common vaccines like tetanus and HPV at our locations.

If you need to update your vaccinations and can’t get an appointment with your usual doctor, schedule an appointment to see an onsite healthcare provider.

What side effects can I expect after getting vaccinations?

You may experience some soreness, redness, and swelling at the site of your injection following your vaccinations. These side effects are normal and go away within a few days.

Some vaccines may cause a mild fever, headache, or fatigue. These are normal reactions to a vaccine and a sign your immune system is working.

Vaccinations are safe for most people. However, the attending medical staff may recommend delaying vaccinations if you had an allergic reaction to a vaccine in the past or have a contraindicated health condition such as seizures or a severely suppressed immune system.

Call today or schedule your vaccinations online with a clinical provider. Walk-in visits are also available to see the independent medical team.