Vaccinations of adults

If you're an adult then you're just the person we're looking for. Here's a list of vaccinations you need to take:

Many adults don't know they are supposed to get immunised against diseases. They think shots are for kids. There are millions of adults in this country who need influenza, pneumococcal, tetanus, and other shots. Are you one of them?

Getting immunised is a lifelong, life-protecting job. Make sure you and your doctor keep your shots up-to-date! Don't leave your clinic without making sure that you've had all the shots you need. But always consult your doctor first.

Influenza or the `flu shot'

The flu shot is recommended every for

People age 65 or older
Women who will be in their 2nd or 3rd trimester of pregnancy during flu season
People younger than 65 who have medical problems such as heart or lung disease (including asthma), diabetes, kidney disease, or an immune system weakened by disease, medication, or a physical condition
Those who work with or live with any of these individuals.

Pneumococcal

Channels

Doctors and hospitals

Environment and hygiene

Eye care

Health Tips for Women

Heart attack

Home & herbal remedies

The `pneumococcal shot' is recommended one time at age 65 (or older if it was not given at 65). This shot is also recommended for people younger than 65 who have certain chronic illnesses. Some individuals with particular health risks will need a one-time revaccination dose five years later.

Tetanus, diphtheria (Td)

Often referred to as the `tetanus shot'. If you haven't had at least three basic tetanus-diphtheria shots in your lifetime, you need to complete the series as soon as possible.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for those at risk.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for those at risk.

Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)
Varicella (Var)

Recommended for those who have never had chickenpox.

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