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Tetanus and Tdap vaccines

Tetanus shot and Tdap vaccine in Toronto

Tetanus shots at walk-in, no call needed; Tdap by calling first, at 750 Dundas St W #11. A deep or dirty wound, or a cut needing stitches, needs emergency care first.

Call (416) 681-0444

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The short answer

Yes, tetanus boosters and the Tdap vaccine (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis, also called whooping cough) are given at 750 Dundas St W, Toronto. A tetanus shot can be given at a walk-in visit, with no need to call ahead. For Tdap, call (416) 681-0444 first so your vaccine history and stock can be checked.

National guidance recommends a tetanus booster every 10 years for adults, one adult dose of Tdap, and Tdap in every pregnancy. Ontario funds all three under its publicly funded schedule.

This page is not medical advice. It summarises national and Ontario guidance in general terms. For a serious injury or anything life-threatening, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Toronto Western Hospital is directly across the street.

Got a cut or wound? Read this first

A deep or dirty wound, or a cut that may need stitches, needs prompt care. This clinic does not do stitches, so go to an emergency department instead of waiting for a vaccine appointment. Toronto Western Hospital is across the street.

Whether a wound also needs a tetanus shot depends on the wound and your vaccine history. The Canadian Immunization Guide advises a booster if it has been 10 or more years for a clean, minor wound, or 5 or more years for any other wound. People who have never been fully vaccinated may also need tetanus immune globulin. The doctor treating the wound decides.

Tetanus booster every 10 years

The Canadian Immunization Guide recommends a tetanus and diphtheria (Td) booster every 10 years. Ontario's schedule says that, once an adult has had one dose of Tdap, Td boosters follow every 10 years.

If you don't know when your last tetanus shot was, bring whatever records you have, including records from outside Canada. The physician will review them with you.

Tdap vaccine for adults in Toronto

The Canadian Immunization Guide says adults who haven't had a pertussis-containing vaccine as an adult should receive one dose of Tdap, no matter how long it has been since their last tetanus and diphtheria dose. Ontario's schedule makes adults 18 and older eligible for one publicly funded Tdap dose.

Some schools, colleges and employers ask for proof of Tdap. Bring the form with you. If it also asks for a TB skin test or immunity blood tests, see TB tests and titres.

Tdap in pregnancy in Ontario

The Canadian Immunization Guide says Tdap should be routinely offered in every pregnancy, ideally between 27 and 32 weeks. Earlier, from 13 to 26 weeks, may be considered in some situations. The guide notes that Tdap in pregnancy has been shown to be safe and effective and helps protect the baby.

Ontario's schedule funds one Tdap dose in every pregnancy, regardless of earlier Tdap doses. Timing is something to agree with whoever is caring for your pregnancy.

Cost and coverage

Td boosters, one adult Tdap dose and Tdap in pregnancy are part of Ontario's publicly funded schedule (the schedule document is dated June 2022 and was posted January 2024; programs can change). If you need a dose outside those rules, self-pay may apply. Call for details and the current fee before you come in.

Getting it at 750 Dundas St W

Call (416) 681-0444 first for Tdap; please don't book it through the online portal. Appointments run Monday and Thursday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm; Tuesday and Saturday, with Dr. Grewal 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. For a tetanus shot you can simply walk in: walk-in registration runs Monday and Thursday 9:30 am – 12:00 pm · 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm; Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm; Tuesday and Saturday, with Dr. Grewal 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.

Bring your health card (or UHIP or GuardMe details) and any vaccination record. The clinic is at 750 Dundas St W #11, Toronto, ON M6J 3S3, Bathurst entrance. See also hepatitis A and B vaccines and the full vaccinations page.

Common questions

Yes. A tetanus shot can be given at a walk-in visit, no call needed: come during walk-in hours with your health card. For Tdap, please call (416) 681-0444 first. If you have a fresh injury that is deep, dirty or may need stitches, don't wait for a vaccine appointment: this clinic does not do stitches, so go to an emergency department. Toronto Western Hospital is across the street.

The Canadian Immunization Guide recommends a tetanus and diphtheria (Td) booster every 10 years for adults. Ontario's schedule says the same, after one adult dose of Tdap. If you have a wound, the timing can be shorter: the guide advises a booster after 5 or more years for wounds that aren't clean and minor.

Tdap protects against tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough). The Canadian Immunization Guide says all adults should get one dose of Tdap if they haven't had a pertussis-containing vaccine as an adult. Ontario's schedule makes adults 18 and older eligible for one publicly funded Tdap dose.

National guidance says Tdap should be offered in every pregnancy, ideally between 27 and 32 weeks, and Ontario funds one dose in every pregnancy regardless of past Tdap doses. The aim is to protect the baby against whooping cough in the first months of life. Talk it over with your physician or midwife; earlier timing may be considered in some situations.

Ontario's publicly funded schedule covers Td boosters, one adult Tdap dose and Tdap in every pregnancy. If you need a dose outside those rules, self-pay may apply. Call (416) 681-0444 and the clinic will tell you what applies before you come in.

Sources

Eligibility and funding rules change. The guidance this page draws on is published by:

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