[Responsibilities of the general practitioner in vaccination control].
Vaccinations are one of the most effective measures of preventing infection illnesses. In Germany adequate vaccination rates have so far been achieved only partially. 85 - 90 % of all vaccinations are carried out by the general practitioner, who in this context plays a key role. He/she assumes varied duties such as advice on vaccinations, administering vaccines and recording it. Visits to a doctor should also be used for checking on vaccination protection and if necessary its updating. In addition continual updating the vaccination recommendations of the Permanent Vaccination Commission (Ständige Impfkommission) should be followed as guideline. Regardless of the recommended vaccinations for adults additional indications for vaccinating individuals e. g. pertussis vaccination, can be put into effect. Vaccinations of adults should always be carried out by taking into account a persons?s life situation.
Arzt für Allgemeinmedizin, Am Pastorenbusch 2, Münster. klaus.wahle@praxiswb.de
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D000328:Adult; D003140:Communicable Disease Control / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D010567:Pertussis Vaccine / Q000592:standards / Q000627:therapeutic use; D010821:Physicians, Family; D012941:Social Responsibility; D014611:Vaccination / Q000592:standards*
D010567:Pertussis Vaccine