Tetanus, diphtheria (Td); or Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap)*
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One dose of Tdap, then one dose of Td as a booster every 10 years
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Tetanus (lockjaw), a disease that causes muscles to spasm
Diphtheria, an infection that causes fever, weakness, and breathing problems
Pertussis, also known as whooping cough. This is a highly contagious disease that can cause serious illness.
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All adults
*This vaccine should be given during each pregnancy no matter how many years since the last vaccine. The vaccine increases protection for your newborn. A newborn is too young to get the vaccine, but at the highest risk for severe illness and death from pertussis.
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Varicella (Var)**
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One series of 2 injections
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Chickenpox. This is a disease that causes itchy skin bumps, fever, and tiredness. It can lead to scarring, pneumonia, or brain inflammation.
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Adults who don’t have evidence of immunity
**This vaccine should not be given to pregnant women. Women should avoid pregnancy for 4 weeks after the vaccine.
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Human papillomavirus (HPV)
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One series of 3 injections
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Females and males ages 15 to 26
Ask your healthcare provider if this vaccine is right for you.
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