Vaccines: Not Just for Kids

There are many reasons why adults need vaccines. First, you may not have gotten a certain vaccine before. Second, the effects of a vaccine can wear off. Finally, some vaccines are meant to be given regularly, such as the flu shot.

The vaccines you need will depend on your risk factors and medical history. These are on the list of recommended vaccines: tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (Tdap); human papillomavirus (HPV); measles-mumps-rubella (MMR); varicella; influenza (flu); pneumococcal; hepatitis A and B; meningococcal; and zoster.

Talk with your doctor to find out which vaccines you might need.