(12/18/20: Sorry for the typos, I will try to update this chart soon.)
Sources of Information for Vaccines:
• Vaccine Information Statements (VIS): Available in many languages.
• CDC Vaccine Information Statements: Available in an audio version and in Spanish
• National Vaccine Information Center
• National Network for Immunization Information
Sources of Information for Vaccines:
• Vaccine Information Statements (VIS): Available in many languages.
• CDC Vaccine Information Statements: Available in an audio version and in Spanish
• National Vaccine Information Center
• National Network for Immunization Information
12 comments:
Thank you for providing the information! I am currently pregnant and my mother has RA and has a compromised immune system. When our child is born and vaccinated she can not be around the baby after receiving any "live" vaccinations. Thanks again!
Thanks for the info. As a person with RA and presently on Enbrel, I need to keep track of these things.
Thanks for the info. This is very important for those of us with autoimmune conditions being treated with certain medications, or anyone with a compromised immune system.
This would explain the resent outbreaks . Childrens immune systems are down due too over vaccinating which is leading too low immune too protect them
I currently take Humira for RA, and also have grandchildren getting vaccines. How long do we have to stay away from someone who has been vaccinated with a live vaccination?
Regarding the question above: The usual guidance for an immunosuppressed person is to avoid "close contact" with someone who has received a live vaccine for 2-3 weeks afterwards. When it comes to an infant, good advice is to avoid changing the diaper because waste products of the body shedding the vaccine elements can be present in the stool, etc. As long as the adults responsible for baby care are practicing good handwashing after performing routine diaper changes, there should be no problems in your contact with them.
I had a stem cell transplant 10 months ago, and work in a physicians office. Is this safe? It is a Maternal-Fetal Medicine office (high risk obstetrics). Is this safe? Also, what about my dogs yearly vaccines!
To Anonymous (above): You have asked a really fascinating question regarding whether to be concerned about exposure to the vaccines your pet receives. I had to go looking for literature which discusses this very issue, and I was happy to find a very comprehensive, scholarly article which I will link. The article is from a 2003 journal of Clinical Infectious Disease: Human Illness Associated with the use of Vetrinary Vaccines"
There is certainly the possiblity that an immunocompromised person could be affected by a vaccine given to their pet; pet vaccines that are given via aerosol are particularly mentioned (i.e. Bordatella vaccine). There are a few documented cases of an owner becoming ill after being sprayed in the face with the pet vaccine when an animal suddenly pulls away during administration of the vaccine. Incidents like this may be under-reported, so it would be a good idea to inquire with your vet about the nature of the vaccine being adminstered and take precautions accordingly.
As for your first question about the safety of working in an MD's office. Every healthcare setting can be a potential source of infection--but then again airplanes and grocery stores are places to encounter a ridiculous number of germs unawares, so just be careful and prudent in general.
Practice excellent handwashing and avoid obviously ill individuals. Fortunately expectant mothers are usually in good health. If you were working in a different setting (dealing with contagious patients all day long), that would give me pause . . .
I have RA and I get biological meds such as orencia. I have a 3 and a half years old and he is supposed to get his vaccine soon when he turns 4. How I am supposed to protect myself living in the house.
When your child has a live vaccine, the chances of acquiring an illness is probably quite low when you are in good health. But since you are immunocompromised by your treatment regimen, taking standard precautions such would be my best advice. Practice excellent handwashing and be especially certain of this when it comes to your child's toileting issues and bodily fluids. Practicing extra good hygiene in this situation should ease your mind considerably.
I'm using Humara and just finished my CNA clinicals today. Didn't know about tdap till now. Thought I had every vaccine I needed. Is this one really necessary for me? Don't mind getting it, just want to know if I really need it.
Regarding the question (above). The TDaP vaccine contains Tetanus, Diptheria, and Pertussis, and each of these are "killed" vaccines. So being on Humira should not defer this vaccine if your program or your job requires this. If you work in the health care setting, your employer may ask that you show proof of either vaccination or a blood titer that shows you are immune to pertussis and Diptheria (among other diseases). Requirements like those protect the healthcare worker from contracting illness from patients (and vice versa). Good luck as you pursue your career. After you work as a CNA for awhile, consider going ahead to nursing school. It's exhausting to pursue the education, sometimes, but in the end you won't regret it.
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