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2009 Child Immunization Schedules
 

The 2009 Immunization Schedules, recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Family Physicians are available. Head Start programs, pediatricians, pediatric nurse practitioners, and parents may refer to the immunization and the catch-up schedules for children birth to 6 years of age.

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2009 Child Immunization Schedules for Persons Aged 0 Through 6 Years

Recommended Immunization Schedule for Persons Aged 0 Through 6 Years

This schedule indicates the recommended ages for routine administration of currently licensed vaccines, as of December 1, 2008, for children aged 0 through 6 years. Any dose not administered at the recommended age should be administered at a subsequent visit, when indicated and feasible. Licensed combination vaccines may be used whenever any component of the combination is indicated and other components are not contraindicated and if approved by the Food and Drug Administration for that dose of the series.

To view the entire schedule (birth to 6 years of age), see the Full Text» [100KB]

Catch-up Immunization Schedule for Persons Aged 4 Months Through 18 Years Who Start Late or Who Are More Than 1 Month Behind

The table provides catch-up schedules and minimum intervals between doses for children whose vaccinations have been delayed. A vaccine series does not need to be restarted, regardless of the time that has elapsed between doses. Use the section appropriate for the child’s age.

To view the catch-up schedule (4 months to 18 years of age), see the Full Text» [90KB]

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2009 Child Immunization Schedules. HHS/CDC. 2009. English.