Whooping cough vaccine
Whooping cough (pertussis) is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. The disease can affect anyone but is especially dangerous for infants who have not yet been vaccinated.There are effective vaccines against whooping cough, often given in combination with diphtheria and tetanus vaccines. Vaccination is recommended for adults who will have close contact with infants, as well as a booster dose for teenagers and adults to help reduce transmission.
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Book an appointment or drop in
Book an appointment through our website or visit us without one. You can find us at clinics across the country and on the Tick Buses during the season.
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Fill in your health declaration
Before your visit, you need to complete a health declaration – either digitally or on site. If you are vaccinating a child, don’t forget the consent form.
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Log in to My Pages
We keep a record of your vaccinations. Keep track of your vaccination history and receive reminders by logging in to My Pages or downloading our app!
How the vaccination works
At VaccinDirekt, we offer vaccination against whooping cough as part of a combination vaccine with tetanus and diphtheria. We help you update your protection, book an appointment or drop in – ensuring you’re protected against the disease, especially to safeguard young children and during pregnancy.
Who should get vaccinated against whooping cough?
- Pregnant women from week 16+0 to protect the baby during the first months after birth.
- Anyone whose protection has worn off – adults and older children are recommended a booster about every 20 years.
The vaccine is not recommended for
- People with a known allergy to any component of the vaccine (a medical assessment may be required).
- Those with an ongoing, serious infection should wait until they have recovered before vaccination.
When should you get vaccinated?
It’s important to review your vaccination protection regularly, especially if you are pregnant or if a long time has passed since your last dose. If your immunity has started to wane, get your booster as soon as possible.Vaccination schedule
The whooping cough vaccine is included in the Swedish childhood vaccination program, with doses given at around 3 months, 5 months, and 12 months of age, followed by boosters at 5 years and in school years 8–9.For pregnant women, the vaccine is given after week 16 to protect the baby during the first months after birth.
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Why it’s important to get vaccinated against whooping cough
Whooping cough is highly contagious and can be serious, especially for young infants. Vaccination is the best way to prevent the disease, reduce symptoms, and protect the most vulnerable – including newborns.
Severe symptoms in infants
Infants under about 3 months of age have not yet developed full vaccination protection and are at risk of severe illness, with coughing fits that can cause them to turn blue or experience oxygen deprivation.Vaccination during pregnancy protects the baby
By getting vaccinated after week 16+0 of pregnancy, antibodies are passed on to the baby, providing protection during the first months after birth – before the child can be vaccinated themselves.Protection decreases over time
After the primary doses and boosters, protection against whooping cough gradually declines after about 5–10 years. Therefore, it’s important to get a booster after starting school and again in adulthood if your protection hasn’t been maintained.Recommended for every pregnancy
Vaccination during each pregnancy is recommended both to maintain the mother’s immunity and to provide the baby with protection from birth. Immunity from previous vaccinations does not always carry over to new pregnancies.Why choose VaccinDirekt?
VaccinDirekt is one of Sweden’s leading vaccination providers. We are available across the country with both clinics and mobile “Tick Buses.” With us, you’ll meet specialists in vaccinations and travel health who ensure you get the right protection. Welcome for drop-in visits or booked appointments!
- Always trained healthcare professionals
- Specialists in children and needle anxiety
- All vaccines are documented, and we send dose reminders
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