Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine

The Tdap vaccine protects against three serious bacterial diseases: tetanus (causes muscle stiffness and locking jaw), diphtheria (can block breathing and cause heart issues), and pertussis or whooping cough (causes severe coughing fits). It's recommended for adolescents, adults, and pregnant women to prevent these illnesses and reduce their spread. The vaccine is safe, effective, and usually given as a single shot. Regular boosters are important because immunity can decrease over time. Vaccination helps safeguard individual health and community well-being by preventing outbreaks of these potentially severe diseases.