Adults often think immunizations are only for children or are
not aware that adult immunizations exist. They may think immunizations are too
expensive or that they are protected for life after receiving their childhood
doses. However, due to occupational exposure,
travel, and increased risk factors that come with age, protection from immunization
becomes increasingly critical for one’s own health. Additionally, immunizations
serve to protect others from contracting and transmitting these vaccine-preventable
diseases. It is essential for adults to remain caught up on their immunizations
and boosters.
Adult
Immunization Schedule
The
Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) Recommended
Adult Immunization Schedule for ages 19 or older by age, medical conditions,
and other indications - 2020.
General Information
Additional Information
Herpes zoster
(Shingles) immunization
- Information
on the shingles immunization.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Vaccination
- Information on the crucial adolescent HPV immunization
series.
Pregnancy-Related Information
Before, during, and after
pregnancy, it is important for a mother to be aware of which immunizations she
needs in order to protect the wellbeing of herself and her child.
Additional Information
Global Migration and Travel Information
Traveling can be an adventure, but one can be exposed to various
vaccine-preventable diseases. When traveling it is important to be aware of
what immunizations are necessary to be protected from these diseases that one
might be exposed.
The Adult Safety Net (ASN) Program
The
ASN Program provides low-cost immunizations to persons 19 of age and older who
do not have health insurance.
Resources
Vaccine Information for Adults
Which vaccines do you need?
CDC’S Manual for the
Surveillance of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
The Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC): Vaccines and Immunizations
National Foundation for
Infectious Diseases
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
For more information, contact the
DSHS Immunization Unit at (800) 252-9152 or immunization.info@dshs.texas.gov
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