Why should I have a shot that also includes pertussis?
Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis) is a new vaccine for teens and adults (ages 11 to 64). Pertussis (whooping cough) has been added to Td to boost pertussis immunity in teens and adults. Pertussis immunity decreases as time passes from the last immunization (previously given before age 7 years). Many teens and adults are no longer immune to Pertussis. Pertussis is very dangerous to infants under a year of age and is often spread to infants by teens and adults who are no longer immune. It is recommended that teens and adults age 11 to 64 receive a single shot of Tdap instead of the usual Td booster. This is particularly important for teens and adults who have regular contact with infants and young children.
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