DTaP/DTP/Td/Tdap Vaccine
- Children should get 5 doses of the DTaP vaccine before age 7.
- These are usually given at 2, 4, 6, and 15-18 months of age and 4 - 6 years of age.
- The 4th dose may be given as early as 12 months of age.
- Tdap should be given to children at 11-12 years of age.
- Adults should get a booster every 10 years. The next booster should be Tdap.
- Diphtheria, Tetanus,
and Pertussis VISs
CDC vaccine fact sheet in multiple languages. Attention: non-MDH link
- Immunization Schedules
Find out when kids and adults should get each immunization.
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Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis Vaccines (DTaP) Side Effects
CDC lists common, uncommon, and very rare side effects to the DTaP vaccine. Attention: non-MDH link
- Tetanus
and Diphtheria Vaccine (Td) Side Effects
CDC lists common, uncommon and very rare side effects to the Td vaccine. Attention: non-MDH link
- Tdap Vaccine:
Combined Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine
Information on Tdap vaccine from the CDC. Attention: non-MDH link
- Parent's Guide to Childhod Immunizations
CDC booklet introducing parents to the 13 childhood diseases and the 9 vaccines that can protect children from them, including diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccine. Attention: non-MDH link
Spotlight
ECHO: Protect Your Family From Measles
PSA, short video, and posters about getting vaccinated before international travel.
Frequently Requested
VISs
CDC fact sheets on vaccines.
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CDC Immunization Home
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Additional Resources
CDC Vaccines and Preventable Diseases Home
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CDC Travelers' Health Home
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