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Ongoing immunization throughout adult years

Age Vaccine Further Doses
Diphtheria All Adults Every 10 years
Tetanus All Adults Every 10 years
Influenza Adults ≥ 65 years;

Adults < 65 years at high risk of influenza related complications

Every year using current vaccine formulation
Pneumococcal Adults ≥ 65 years; or those with medical conditions associated with increased risk of invasive pneumococcal disease None usually
Measles All adults born in 1970 or later who are susceptible to measles Preferably given as MMR
Rubella and Chicken Pox Susceptible women of childbearing age and health care workers None
Mumps Adults born in 1970 or later with no history of mumps None

It is never too late to start or catch up on delayed immunizations.  However, different schedules may apply.  For specific questions, contact your health centre or public health unit.