Vaccinations
Vaccinations help to protect against viruses and infections by training our immune systems to fight against them. In this article, we will cover some common vaccinations given at Singapore OBGYN clinics for both pregnant and non-pregnant women.
VISUAL GUIDE
Types of Vaccinations
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VISUAL GUIDE
Types of Vaccinations
Common Questions
For pregnant women
- Tdap/ DTaP vaccine
These 2 vaccines protect against Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Whooping Cough). Normally, after your initial 3 doses and 2 booster shots, you would be immunised again once every 10 years. However, it is recommended for you to receive a dose of the Tdap vaccine between 27 and 36 weeks.The antibodies your immune system creates passes on to your newborn, protecting them from infection during the infancy period.
- Influenza vaccine
For non-pregnant women
HPV vaccine
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus spread through sexual activity, especially common for those with multiple partners. It is the leading cause of many gynaecological cancers.
Gardasil 9 and Cervirax are the 2 common HPV vaccinations taken to guard against HPV. It is recommended for females between 9 and 26.
This vaccine is not given during pregnancy.
