Adult vaccination
Vaccines for adults, planned around you
Vaccines are not only for children. The right vaccines depend on your age, health conditions, pregnancy plans and travel. Dr. Sarthak reviews your history and recommends what you need.
Who needs what
Vaccines grouped by who needs them
A general guide only. Your own schedule depends on your history and is confirmed at the consultation.
All adults
Influenza (flu)
Every year, ideally before the flu season.
Tetanus and diphtheria (Td / Tdap)
A booster every 10 years, or after certain injuries.
Hepatitis B
If not vaccinated before and not immune.
Adults aged 50 and above
Shingles (herpes zoster)
Helps protect against shingles and long-lasting nerve pain after it.
Pneumococcal (pneumonia)
Recommended from 65, or earlier with some health conditions.
Influenza
Yearly; especially important with age.
Diabetes, heart, lung, kidney or liver disease
Pneumococcal
Regardless of age, depending on the condition.
Influenza
Every year.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for people with diabetes and kidney disease.
Young adults (up to 26, sometimes up to 45)
HPV
Helps protect against the HPV types linked to most cervical cancers and some other cancers.
Varicella (chickenpox)
If you have never had chickenpox or the vaccine.
MMR
If not vaccinated as a child.
Planning a pregnancy
MMR and varicella
Given before pregnancy if you are not immune. Not given during pregnancy.
Hepatitis B and flu
Can be discussed before and during pregnancy.
Tdap in pregnancy
Usually given by your obstetrician during pregnancy.
Travellers
Typhoid and hepatitis A
For many destinations and for food- and water-borne risk.
Destination-specific vaccines
Depending on where you travel. Yellow fever is only given at government-designated centres.
Before your vaccine
Please tell the doctor if you
- Have a fever or are unwell today
- Had a reaction to a vaccine before
- Are pregnant or planning a pregnancy
- Have a weak immune system or take steroids
- Have a severe allergy (e.g. to eggs or gelatin)
- Received another vaccine in the last 4 weeks
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book before getting vaccinated?
Yes, please book first. A short consultation checks which vaccines suit you, any reasons to delay, and availability of the vaccine.
Can I get several vaccines on the same day?
Often yes. Many vaccines can be given together safely. Dr. Sarthak will plan a schedule that suits you.
Are there side effects?
Most side effects are mild and short-lived, such as a sore arm, mild fever or tiredness for a day or two. You will be told what to expect and what to watch for.
Is the vaccine cost included in the consultation fee?
No. The vaccine is charged separately from the consultation fee. Prices depend on the vaccine. [REVIEW]
Not sure which vaccines you need?
Book a short consultation to review your history and plan your vaccines.