Immunizations

Recommended Immunizations for Birth Through 6 Years Old

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ALL children should be immunized at this age

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SOME children should get this dose of vaccine or preventive antibody at this age

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Parents/caregivers should talk to their health care provider to decide if this vaccine is right for their child

Talk to your child's health care provider for more guidance if:

1. Your child has any medical condition that puts them at higher risk for infection.

2. Your child is traveling outside the United States. Visit wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel for more information.

3. Your child misses a vaccine recommended for their age.

Recommended Immunizations for Children 7-18 Years Old

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ALL children in age group should get the vaccine

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SOME children in age group should get the vaccine

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ALL children in age group can get the vaccine

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Parents/caregivers should talk to their health care provider to decide if this vaccine is right for their child

Talk to your child's health care provider for more guidance if:

  1. Your child has any medical condition that puts them at higher risk for infection or is pregnant.
  2. Your child is traveling outside the United States. Visit CDC Travelers’ Health for more information.
  3. Your child misses any vaccine recommended for their age or for babies and young children.