How often should you take tdap vaccine

Q: Is it OK to get Tdap twice?

Its usually OK to receive an extra booster of the tetanus vaccine. Vaccination is the best way to prevent tetanus — a serious disease caused by a bacterial toxin that affects the nervous system.

Adult Vaccines: Vaccines You Need

When Do Adults Need Vaccines?

Getting immunized is a lifelong, life-protecting job. Don�t leave your healthcare provider�s office without making sure you�ve had all the vaccinations you need.

Chickenpox (varicella)

If you’ve never had chickenpox or were vaccinated but received only 1 dose, talk to your healthcare provider to find out if you need this vaccine.

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Haemophilus influenzae type b

Some adults with certain high-risk conditions need vaccination with Hib. Talk to your healthcare provider to find out if you need this vaccine.

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Hepatitis A

You need this vaccine if you have a specific risk factor for hepatitis A infection or if you simply want to be protected from this disease. The vaccine is usually given in 2 doses, 6 to 18 months apart.

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Hepatitis B

You need this vaccine if you have a specific risk factor for hepatitis B infection or if you simply want to be protected from this disease. The vaccine is given in 3 doses, usually over 6 months.

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Human papillomavirus

All men and women through age 26 years should receive this vaccine if they haven't already received it. The vaccine can also be given to men and women through age 45 years. Check with your healthcare provider. The vaccine is given in 3 doses over 6 months.

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Influenza

You need a dose every year for your protection and for the protection of others around you.

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Measles, Mumps, Rubella

You need at least 1 dose of MMR if you were born in 1957 or later. Many people need a second dose.

Meningococcal

There are different types of meningococcal vaccines that are recommended for use in adults. People of all ages with certain medical conditions should get vaccinated and some should receive booster doses throughout life. These vaccines may be used to protect people during an outbreak of meningococcal disease.

•		Meningococcal conjugate vaccine or MenACWY: If you are a first-year college student living in a residence hall, you need a dose of MenACWY if you have never received it or received it when you were younger than 16. Adults who are at risk due to certain health conditions (for example, lack a spleen) need this vaccine.

•		Meningococcal serogroup B vaccine or MenB: MenB vaccine may be given to any adult who wants protection from this disease, preferably at 16–23 years of age. Adults who are at risk due to certain health conditions also need this vaccine.

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Pneumococcal

Adults age 65 years and older should receive the PPSV23 pneumococcal vaccine and may also receive PCV13 vaccine. You also need 1–2 doses at an earlier age if you smoke cigarettes or have certain medical conditions. Talk to your healthcare provider to find out when and how often you need to be protected from pneumococcal disease.

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Shingles (zoster)

If you are age 50 years or older you should get this vaccine now. A second dose is needed 2–6 months after the first dose.

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Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (whooping cough)

All adults who have not yet received a dose of Tdap, as an adolescent or adult, need to get Tdap vaccine (the adult whooping cough vaccine). Pregnant women need a dose in every pregnancy. After that, you will need a Tdap or Td booster dose every 10 years. Consult your healthcare provider if you haven’t had at least 3 tetanus- and diphtheria-containing shots sometime in your life or have a deep or dirty wound.

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Getting immunized is a lifelong, life-protecting job. Talk with your healthcare provider about which vaccines you need and when you should be vaccinated. For more information, check the recommended immunization schedules:

HealthMap: Vaccine Finder

The HealthMap Vaccine Finder is a free online service that helps consumers locate vaccine providers of vaccines that doctors routinely recommend for adults. Simply enter your zip code or city and state to find mapped locations where vaccinations are offered.

This page was updated on February 23, 2021.
This page was reviewed on February 12, 2021.

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Immunize.org (IAC), a non-profit organization, works to increase immunization rates and prevent disease by creating and distributing educational materials for health professionals and the public that enhance delivery of safe and effective immunization services. IAC also facilitates communication about the safety, efficacy, and use of vaccines within the broad immunization community of patients, parents, healthcare organizations, and government health agencies.

How long is a Tdap immunization good for?

The vaccines protect: Nearly everyone (97 in 100) against diphtheria for approximately 10 years. Virtually everyone against tetanus for approximately 10 years.

Is it OK to get Tdap twice?

It's usually OK to receive an extra booster of the tetanus vaccine. Vaccination is the best way to prevent tetanus — a serious disease caused by a bacterial toxin that affects the nervous system.

Is Tdap vaccine lifelong?

After receiving Tdap, people should receive Td or Tdap every 10 years for routine booster immunization against tetanus and diphtheria, according to previously published guidelines.

How often should you take tdap vaccine

When Do Adults Need Vaccines?

How long is a Tdap immunization good for?

Is it OK to get Tdap twice?

Is Tdap vaccine lifelong?

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