This vaccination catch-up guide helps you identify vaccines you may have missed and what catch-up is typically needed, based on your age and vaccination history.
Your Vaccination Profile
Check vaccines you have received (or have documentation of):
How to Use the Vaccination Catch-Up Guide
This vaccination catch-up schedule guide identifies which recommended vaccines you may be missing based on your age and current immunization status. Enter your age, sex, and check off vaccines you've received.
Finding Your Records
Most US states have an immunization registry — ask your doctor or pharmacy to look up your records. If you have no records for childhood vaccines, it's generally safe to repeat them. For MMR and hepatitis B, a titer test can confirm immunity before re-vaccination.
FAQ
Is this vaccination guide free?
Yes, completely free with no signup required. Always confirm vaccine recommendations with your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Can adults get vaccines they missed as children?
Yes — most childhood vaccines can be given to adults who missed them. Catch-up schedules depend on age, number of previous doses, time since last dose, and whether you have documentation of prior vaccination.
What vaccines do most adults need?
Most adults need annual flu vaccine, Tdap (once if never received), Td booster every 10 years, COVID-19 (updated annually), and shingles vaccine (Shingrix) starting at age 50. Many also need pneumococcal, hepatitis A/B, and MMR if not immune.
How do I know if I'm up to date on my vaccines?
Check your vaccination records or immunization registry (available in most US states). If you have no records, many vaccines can be safely repeated — a blood test (titer) can check immunity for some vaccines like MMR and hepatitis B.
Do vaccines expire or wear off?
Yes — some vaccines provide lifelong immunity (MMR, varicella), while others require boosters. Tetanus/diphtheria boosters are needed every 10 years. Annual flu vaccines are needed because influenza strains change yearly.