A nurse is teaching a community group about the importance of vaccination and ways to protect themselves from illness. Which of the following statements should the nurse include as the primary reason vaccinations are recommended?

"Vaccines are recommended so that medicines such as antihypertensives will not be necessary."

"Vaccinations are recommended because they help your body glow and improve your skin tone."

"Vaccinations protect you from serious diseases and help prevent the spread of illness to others."

"Vaccinations are recommended mainly to treat illnesses after you get sick."