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Recommended childhood immunization schedule--United States, 2000
MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
|February 19, 2000
Insights
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) updates the childhood immunization schedule annually. This report details the 2000 schedule and changes since early 1999.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Pediatrics
- Immunology
Background:
- The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) annually reviews and updates the recommended childhood immunization schedule.
- This process ensures the schedule reflects current vaccine formulations, usage recommendations, and newly licensed vaccines.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the recommended childhood immunization schedule for the year 2000.
- To outline the specific changes made to the schedule since January 1999.
Main Methods:
- Review of vaccine formulations and licensing by manufacturers.
- Analysis of revised recommendations for licensed vaccine use.
- Incorporation of recommendations for newly licensed vaccines.
Main Results:
- The report provides the finalized recommended childhood immunization schedule for 2000.
- Key changes and updates implemented since January 1999 are detailed.
Conclusions:
- The annual review process by ACIP is crucial for maintaining an up-to-date and effective childhood immunization schedule.
- This updated schedule supports optimal child health and disease prevention through timely vaccination.
Abstract:
Each year, CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) reviews the recommended childhood immunization schedule to ensure it remains current with changes in manufacturers' vaccine formulations, revisions in recommendations for the use of licensed vaccines, and recommendations for newly licensed vaccines. This report presents the recommended childhood immunization schedule for 2000 and explains the changes that have occurred since January 1999.