Tdap vaccines available at Giant, Martin’s in-store pharmacies
Following a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is on the rise, Giant is offering Tdap vaccines in all Giant and Martin’s in-store pharmacies.
Whooping cough is a serious respiratory disease that can be life-threatening for infants. The CDC recommends Tdap vaccinations for everyone with booster doses recommended every 10 years, or sooner if pregnant or injured. This vaccine is a combination of shots that protects against tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis/whooping cough, the company said.
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Giant’s and Martin’s pharmacies must meet state requirements for administering Tdap vaccines. These include:
- Pennsylvania pharmacies can vaccinate customers 18 and up without a prescription.
- Maryland pharmacies can vaccinate ages 7 and up without a prescription.
- Virginia pharmacies can vaccinate ages 3-17 with a physician’s prescription, and 18 and up without a prescription.
- West Virginia pharmacies can vaccinate ages 3 and up without a prescription.
If customers are unsure if in need of a Tdap vaccine, Giant and Martin’s pharmacists can look at their history and determine eligibility. Walk-in vaccinations are available, but customers can save time by booking an appointment online at Giant here or Martin's here.
Customers must bring photo ID and prescription insurance card. Parental consent is required, and parent/guardian must be on site.
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In addition, customers can visit any in-store Giant or Martin's pharmacy to receive their flu vaccination. Flu and pertussis vaccines can be given together, Giant said.