Vaccinations

If you’d like to reduce your risk of certain illnesses and diseases, rely on Frankie Payne, NP, and the team at Payne Advanced Family Care in Baltimore, Maryland, for exceptional preventive care. Their practice offers a variety of vaccinations to meet your or your family’s needs and lifestyle. Call the office to schedule an appointment or book one online today.

What are vaccinations?

Vaccinations are usually injections that contain live or dead viruses or other substances that help your body build antibodies (protection) against certain illnesses and diseases. Vaccines lower your risk of getting sick, and if you do get sick, they can minimize unpleasant side effects.

What are common vaccinations?

Some of the many vaccinations available at Payne Advanced Family Care that help protect you or your child include:

• Flu
• COVID-19
• Adenovirus
• Diphtheria
• Hepatitis A and B
• Human papillomavirus (HPV)
• Measles
• Mumps
• Rubella 
• Meningococcal
• Pneumococcal 
• Pertussis
• Polio
• Rotavirus
• Shingles
• Smallpox
• Tetanus
• Tuberculosis
• Varicella

The vaccines that might be right for you depend on your age, risk factors, lifestyle, and preferences. 

Are vaccinations right for me?

To find out if you’re a candidate for vaccinations at Payne Advanced Family Care, your provider discusses your medical history. That includes medications you might take, your family history of disease, and symptoms you may have. They can complete a physical exam and might recommend that you undergo blood tests or other diagnostic tests.

What happens when getting vaccines?

Friendly staff members greet you when you arrive at Payne Advanced Family Care to get vaccinated. You might receive vaccinations as part of a wellness checkup or even a sick visit. Your specialist checks your pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs. 

During vaccination administration, your provider injects substances, often in your arm or leg, or has you breathe in a mist. Each vaccine treatment is fast and virtually painless. 

Are there any side effects with vaccinations?

After receiving certain vaccinations, you may experience some side effects. Examples include fatigue, mild fever, headache, or other minor cold-like symptoms. You might also notice tenderness, swelling, or redness at the injection site. 

When should I schedule vaccinations?

Payne Advanced Family Care works with you to develop a vaccination schedule that matches your or your child’s specific needs. You might choose to follow the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommendations or work with your provider to develop a personalized vaccine schedule you feel comfortable with.

To learn more about vaccinations and find out if they’re right for you or your family, call Payne Advanced Family Care or book an appointment online today.