Living with kidney disease presents unique health challenges, including an increased susceptibility to infections. Immunizations play a crucial role in protecting people with kidney disease, including those on dialysis or with a kidney transplant, from preventable diseases.

Trusted sources for vaccination recommendations for adults include the following:

American Medical Association:  Vaccines, Vaccinations, and Immunizations

American Academy of Family Physicians: Fall Immunization Recommendations

Common Health Coalition: 2025-2026 Combined Respiratory Vaccine Recommendations

The Infectious Disease Society of America (IDSA)

American College of Physicians