You must satisfy the Pertussis (Tdap) requirement by vaccine:
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ONE dose of the Tdap or DTaP vaccine on or after your 7th birthday.
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Common brand names in the United States include Boostrix and Adacel.
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Td, DPT, and DTP DO NOT fulfill this requirement; if you only have these vaccines, you will still be required to get a Tdap or DTaP vaccine.
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NOTE: Tetanus and diphtheria toxoids with acellular pertussis vaccine are given to adolescents and adults, usually as a single dose; the exception is pregnant women who should receive Tdap during each pregnancy.