Ages 65 Years and Older: Immunizations
The following immunizations are recommended for women in this age group:
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Immunization
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What and Why
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When
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Diphtheria and reduced tetanus toxoids and acellular pertussis vaccine booster (Tdap) or tetanus–diphtheria (Td) booster
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A shot to immunize against the diseases tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis
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Substitute one-time dose of Tdap for Td booster shot that is given every 10 years
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Herpes zoster vaccine
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A shot to help prevent shingles, painful blisters caused by varicella
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Once if not previously immunized
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Influenza vaccine
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A shot to help prevent influenza (the flu)
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Yearly
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Pneumococcal vaccine
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A shot to help prevent pneumonia
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Once
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Varicella vaccine
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A series of two shots to help prevent chickenpox
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One series if not previously immunized or never had chickenpox
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