There are some simple vaccines you can get regularly to protect yourself, your loved ones, and others from common diseases. Both the CDC (the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and the AAP (the American Academy of Pediatrics) recommend the following vaccines: - Flu - Chickenpox - Meningococcal disease - Polio - Rotavirus - Pneumococcal disease - Shingles - HPV (human papillomavirus) - DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis) - HepA (hepatitis A) and HepB (hepatitis B) - Hib (haemophilus influenzae type B) - MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) Ask a professional if you and your family should get additional vaccines based on your medical history. For example, you may need to get vaccinated if you plan on traveling soon or often.