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Tdap is approved through 64 yrs of age. Should the recommendation of a booster every 10 yrs be recommended for persons older than 64 yrs?

April 26, 2017age Approved booster persons recommendation recommended tdap yrs

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Tdap is approved through 64 yrs of age. Should the recommendation of a booster every 10 yrs be recommended for persons older than 64 yrs?

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All persons, including persons 65 years of age and older, should receive a Td booster every 10 years throughout life. For adults younger than 65, their next routine Td booster should be replaced with a dose of Tdap dose unless they have already received a Tdap dose.