New immunization schedule

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the following immunization schedule for children and adolescents in the United States:

Birth to 6 years:

1. Hepatitis B vaccine: 3 doses, given at birth, 1-2 months, and 6-18 months
2. Rotavirus vaccine: 3 doses, given at 2, 4, and 6 months
3. Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DTaP) vaccine: 5 doses, given at 2, 4, 6, and 15-18 months, and 4-6 years
4. Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine: 3-4 doses, given at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months
5. Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV): 4 doses, given at 2, 4, 6, and 12-15 months
6. Influenza vaccine: 1 dose, given annually starting at 6 months
7. Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine: 2 doses, given at 12-15 months and 4-6 years
8. Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine: 2 doses, given at 12-15 months and 4-6 years
9. Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine: 2-3 doses, given at 11-12 years and 16-18 years
10. Meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MenACWY): 2 doses, given at 11-12 years and 16 years

7-18 years:

1. Tdap vaccine: 1 dose, given at 11-12 years
2. Meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MenACWY): 1 dose, given at 16 years
3. HPV vaccine: 2-3 doses, given at 11-12 years and 16-18 years
4. Influenza vaccine: 1 dose, given annually starting at 6 months
5. MMR vaccine: 1 dose, given at 4-6 years (if not previously vaccinated)

Adults:

1. Tdap vaccine: 1 dose, given every 10 years
2. Meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MenACWY): 1 dose, given at 16-23 years
3. HPV vaccine: 2-3 doses, given at 26-45 years
4. Influenza vaccine: 1 dose, given annually starting at 18 years
5. Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV): 1 dose, given at 65 years
6. Shingles vaccine: 2 doses, given at 50 years

Travel-related vaccines:

1. Yellow fever vaccine: 1 dose, given at 9 months or older (required for travel to certain countries)
2. Hepatitis A vaccine: 2 doses, given at 12-23 months and 6-18 months (recommended for travel to certain countries)
3. Typhoid vaccine: 1-3 doses, given at 2-3 months or older (recommended for travel to certain countries)

It's important to note that this is a general schedule and may vary depending on individual circumstances, such as:

• Travel to areas with high risk of vaccine-preventable diseases
• Certain medical conditions or weakened immune system
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Previous vaccination history

It's always best to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the appropriate immunization schedule for your child or yourself.