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Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Recommended Immunization Schedules for Persons Aged 0 Through 18

Candice L Robinson,

    MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
    |February 5, 2016
    PubMed

    Insights

    The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) updated the 2016 childhood immunization schedules, including changes from 2015. These schedules ensure recommendations align with the latest FDA-licensed vaccines for children and adolescents.

    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Pediatrics
    • Vaccinology

    Background:

    • The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) annually reviews and updates immunization schedules for individuals aged 0–18 years.
    • Ensuring schedules reflect current Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-licensed vaccines is critical for public health.
    • Previous year's schedules serve as a baseline for evaluating annual changes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present the approved 2016 recommended immunization schedules for children and adolescents (0–18 years).
    • To highlight key changes implemented in the 2016 schedules compared to the 2015 schedules.
    • To inform healthcare providers about updated vaccination guidelines and resources.

    Main Methods:

    • The ACIP convened to review data and recommendations for vaccine usage in pediatric populations.
    • The committee approved updated immunization schedules based on current scientific evidence and vaccine availability.
    • The finalized schedules were disseminated through official channels, including the CDC website.

    Main Results:

    • The 2016 immunization schedules for individuals aged 0–18 years were approved in October 2015.
    • Several modifications were incorporated into the 2016 schedules compared to the 2015 schedules.
    • The updated schedules, along with comprehensive footnotes and tables, are accessible online via the CDC website.

    Conclusions:

    • Healthcare providers should utilize the 2016 immunization schedules, figures, tables, and footnotes for accurate vaccination guidance.
    • The CDC website serves as a primary resource for the most current electronic versions of the schedules.
    • Printable and orderable formats of the schedules are available to facilitate widespread adoption and accessibility.

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