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Recommended childhood immunization schedule--United States, 1999
Insights
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) updates the childhood immunization schedule annually. This 1999 report details changes to vaccine recommendations and formulations since early 1998.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Immunology
- Pediatrics
Background:
- The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) annually reviews and updates the recommended childhood immunization schedule.
- Ensuring the schedule reflects current vaccine formulations, usage recommendations, and newly licensed vaccines is crucial for public health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the 1999 recommended childhood immunization schedule.
- To outline the specific changes made to the schedule since January 1998.
Main Methods:
- Review of updated vaccine information from manufacturers.
- Analysis of revised recommendations for licensed vaccines.
- Inclusion of recommendations for newly licensed vaccines.
Main Results:
- The report details the finalized recommended childhood immunization schedule for 1999.
- Specific modifications and updates implemented since January 1998 are explained.
Conclusions:
- The annual review process ensures the childhood immunization schedule remains current and evidence-based.
- These updates are vital for protecting children's health 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, revised recommendations for the use of licensed vaccines, and recommendations for newly licensed vaccines. This report presents the recommended childhood immunization schedule for 1999 and explains the changes that have occurred since January 1998.