She is talking about the importance of getting vaccinated. As a former school nurse and now as Executive Director of the National Association of School Nurses, Donna has emphasized the importance of up-to-date immunizations for students, but it’s also important for their families, including adult family members.

It’s the holiday season, a time when families and friends get together and celebrate. Given the time of year and holiday gatherings, you and your loved ones could be in close contact with other people and become exposed to vaccine-preventable diseases, or spread them yourself. Take advantage of the holiday break to check with your healthcare provider to make sure you and your family are up-to-date on your vaccinations to help stay healthy.

NASN is working together with GlaxoSmithKline to encourage families to take advantage of the holiday break or make it a goal for the New Year to schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider and make sure you and your family’s vaccinations are up-to-date.

Vaccines are an important part of helping you and your loved ones stay healthy in 2012 so please take advantage of the opportunity to speak with Donna Mazyck on the 15th of December for you and your listeners. There are many reasons to make sure you and your family are up-to-date on your vaccinations. To find out more, talk to a school nurse or your healthcare provider.

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