Td vaccine

Overview

The Td vaccine protects against two bacteria: tetanus and diphtheria. These bacteria can have severe consequences and can be deadly.

Childhood recommendations

Td is only for children 7 years and older, adolescents, and adults.

All adolescents should get a Tdap or Td vaccine every 10 years, or after five years in the case of a severe or dirty wound or burn.

Adult recommendations

All adults should get a Tdap or Td vaccine every 10 years, or after five years in the case of a severe or dirty wound or burn.

Immunization schedules

Childhood schedules: 

• Birth—6 years
• Ages 7–18 years

Adult schedule:

• Adult (19 years and older) vaccine schedule.

Additional information about the Td vaccine

Td Vaccine Information Statement