Immunizations – pro and contra: Nowadays one should examine the arguments for and against vaccinations critically. The reduction of many dangerous infectious diseases in childhood is only partly due to the improvement of living conditions. The contribution of world-wide immunizations to this cannot be negated - clear examples are pertussis (whooping  cough) and HIB meningitis. On the one hand, we must remain aware of the possible side effects of vaccinations. On the other hand, all cases of suspected damage resulting from vaccinations must be exactly and objectively examined and critically analyzed.

Meanwhile 11 vaccinations are prescribed by the Committee for Immunizations (STICO) for infants and children beginning at the age of a few months. These concern two different categories of illness to be distinguished from each other: the diseases in one group are potentially fatal and cannot be treated without leaving permanent damage. Examples are tetanus, diphtheria and polio. The other group include so-called childhood illnesses such as measles, mumps and German measles. Many children of past generations have lived through these with a subsequently strengthened immune system. A family disposition to allergies should be taken into consideration. Vaccinations could serve as an inducing factor to the outbreak of clinical manifestations of allergic disorders such as Neurodermatitis or Asthma.

Parents should be well informed about the subject. Call us for an appointment. We would be pleased to advise you, so that you could make the decisions about the immunizations for your children with the best of knowledge and conscience.

Immunization for travels

Regardless of which country you are travelling to, there are certain general guidelines for vaccinations or other prophylactic measures to be observed. Every single country has its own particularity. We advise you individually about your needs for vaccinations concerning your travels.