Adult Vaccinations

Some adults incorrectly assume that the vaccines they received as children will protect them for the rest of their lives.  Generally this is true, except that:

 

Some adults were never vaccinated as children.

Scientific discoveries are always being made, bringing vaccines into our lives that were not around our childhood.

The immunity provided by some of the vaccines received in childhood begins to fade over time

Adults become more susceptible to serious disease caused by common infections as they age (for example, influenza and pneumococcus). 

 

2012 Recommended Immunization Schedule for Adults

Adult Immunization Schedule 

When Do Adults Need Immunizations (flyer with schedules) October 2011

Vaccinations for Adults (schedule flyer)   8/19/11

Immunization Recommendations for Healthcare Workers

 

Other Adult Immunization Information

Influenza Vaccination Among Pregnant and Postpartum Women in Wyoming: The Importance of the Prenatal Care Provider  Click this link or PRAMS logo below

 

 

Vaccines needed for Adults

Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine

Hepatitis B Vaccine

MMR:  Measles Vaccine

Diptheria-tetanus

Additional vaccines needed for those over the age of 50:

   Influenza

Additional vaccines needed for those over the age of 65:   

   Pneumococcal

Additional vaccines needed for all healthcare workers:

   Influenza

Additional vaccines needed for child-care center workers:

   Influenza

   Hepatitis A