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Adolescents aged 11-13 years are recommended to receive a booster dose of diphtheria-toxoid vaccine

A booster dose of diphtheria-toxoid vaccine is recommended for adolescents, using the reduced antigen dTpa vaccine. The optimal age for administering this dose is 11–13 years.

Adolescents need a booster dose of diphtheria-toxoid vaccine to extend the protective level of diphtheria immunity to adulthood.1 The booster is also essential for maintaining immunity to tetanus and pertussis into adulthood.1

dTpa-containing vaccine is funded through the NIP for adolescents aged 11-13 years. For details see the National Immunisation Program schedule.

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Diphtheria

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