Skip directly to site content Skip directly to search


Español  Other Languages


Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC twenty four seven. Saving Lives, Protecting People
 Search
		×
			Vaccines site
			Vaccines site
				All CDC
				Submit
			For a full list of topics:A-Z Index
			Advanced Search
		Advanced Search


Adult Vaccination Resources








For Educating Your Adult Patients						Print
																Related Pages
										Medscape Education
CDC Expert Commentary: Everything You Need to Know About Shingrix
Dr. Kathleen Dooling discusses storage, administration, and patient counseling for the new shingles vaccine


How to Give a Strong Recommendation to Adult Patients Who Require Vaccination
Module including video presentation of 3 case examples of evidence-based strategies and tips on strengthening vaccine recommendations with information that can help patients make informed decisions.


The Power to Protect: Vaccination Guidelines for Adults with Chronic Diseases
Dr. Ray Strikas provides information to help healthcare providers navigate vaccination guidelines and shares key insights for adult patients, specifically those with chronic diseases.
Every year tens of thousands of adults needlessly suffer, are hospitalized, and even die as a result of diseases that could be prevented by vaccines.
While adults believe immunization is important, a recent national survey showed that most adults are not aware that they need vaccines throughout their lives to protect against diseases like shingles, pertussis, and hepatitis.
Patients trust you to give them the best advice on how to protect their health. Use the resources below to educate your patients on recommended vaccines and help them make informed decisions about vaccinations.
Resources for Adult Patients
Download free resources for the following groups of adults:
Adults (General)
Older Adults
Pregnant Women
Travelers
Adults with Chronic Health Conditions
Healthcare Workers
Spanish Speakers
Disease-specific Resources
Find resources from CDC and other organizations that can be used to educate your patients on these specific vaccine-preventable diseases.
Seasonal Influenza (Flu)
Diphtheria
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
HPV
Meningococcal Disease
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Pneumococcal Disease
Shingles
Tetanus
Vaccine-specific Resources
Review factsheets with information on how to help address common questions about adult vaccines.
							
					
							Last Reviewed:  May 2, 2016						Source: 	National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases
					Facebook
        Twitter
        LinkedIn
        Syndicate homeVaccines for Adults
For Provider Practicesplus icon
Standards for Adult Immunization Practiceplus icon
Assessment
Recommendation
Administration & Referral
Documentation
Adult Vaccine Recommendations
Strategies for Increasing Adult Vaccination Rates
Resources for Insurance and Payment
For Immunization Managers
For Educating Patientsplus icon
Adults
Older Adults
Travelers
Adults with Chronic Health Conditions
Healthcare Workers
Spanish Speakers Vaccines & ImmunizationsAdult Immunization ScheduleACIP vaccine recommendationsVaccine Information for Adult PatientsImmunization for Children & Adolescents


About CDC
					Contact Us
					800-232-4636
 Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Youtube Pinterest Snapchat
 CONTACT CDC
				Contact Us
							Call 800-232-4636
							Email Us
			ABOUT CDC
				About CDC
							Jobs
							Funding
			POLICIES
				Accessibility
							External Links
							Privacy
							Policies
							No Fear Act
							FOIA
							OIG
							Nondiscrimination
							Vulnerability Disclosure Policy
			CONNECT WITH US
				Facebook
								Twitter
								Instagram
								LinkedIn
							Youtube
								Pinterest
								Snapchat
								Email
			LANGUAGES
				Español
							繁體中文
							Tiếng Việt
							한국어
							Tagalog
							Русский
							العربية
							Kreyòl Ayisyen
							Français
							Polski
							Português
							Italiano
							Deutsch
							日本語
							فارسی
							English


U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
			Accessibility
			External Links
			Privacy
			Policies
			No Fear Act
			FOIA
			Nondiscrimination
			OIG
			Vulnerability Disclosure Policy
			USA.gov


Exit Notification / Disclaimer Policy Close
 Links with this icon  indicate that you are leaving the CDC website. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cannot attest to the accuracy of a non-federal website.
				Linking to a non-federal website does not constitute an endorsement by CDC or any of its employees of the sponsors or the information and products presented on the website.
				You will be subject to the destination website's privacy policy when you follow the link.
				CDC is not responsible for Section 508 compliance (accessibility) on other federal or private website. Website Disclaimers
 Cancel Continue