Most people think that immunizations are only for children.
However, immunizations are also an important part of healthcare for older adults. Adults who have never had or been immunized for measles or mumps should be immunized, because these diseases can be devastating for older adults. Pneumococcal pneumonia immunization protects you against a bacterial pneumonia. It is recommended for all adults over the age of 65. Anyone younger than age 65 who has HIV or diabetes, is alcoholic, or has a chronic liver, heart, lung, or renal disease, should get the vaccination.