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Errata: Vol. 65, No. 6

    MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
    |March 11, 2016
    PubMed

    Insights

    Meningococcal conjugate vaccine errors occurred in the US. Patients receiving only part of a meningococcal vaccine may not need a booster dose unless traveling internationally.

    Area of Science:

    • Vaccinology
    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology

    Context:

    • An administrative error involving meningococcal conjugate vaccines was reported in the United States between March 2010 and September 2015.
    • This error involved the administration of vaccine components, potentially leading to incomplete vaccination series for some individuals.

    Purpose:

    • To clarify revaccination guidelines for individuals who may have received an incomplete meningococcal conjugate vaccine series due to an administration error.
    • To provide updated recommendations based on disease prevalence and travel risks.

    Summary:

    • The report highlights an administrative error with meningococcal conjugate vaccines in the US.
    • Individuals who received only the liquid serogroup Y, W-135, and C (MenCYW-135) component of a meningococcal vaccine may not require revaccination.
    • This recommendation is contingent on the rarity of serogroup A meningococcal disease in the US and the absence of international travel, particularly to Africa.

    Impact:

    • Ensures appropriate vaccine administration and reduces unnecessary revaccinations.
    • Provides clarity for healthcare providers managing patients with potentially incomplete vaccination histories.
    • Contributes to effective public health strategies for meningococcal disease prevention, especially in the context of international travel.

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