Diekema.ppt [Compatibility Mode] - Institute of Medicine
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ACIP Recommendations for Influenza<br />
Vaccination for Children Aged ≥6 Months<br />
• Annual vaccination recommended for all persons ≥6<br />
months<br />
–For some children 6 mo. through 8 yrs receiving seasonal<br />
influenza vaccine for the first time, two doses are<br />
required to ensure adequate immune response<br />
– Doses must be administered a minimum <strong>of</strong> 4 weeks apart<br />
• Schedule determined to some extent by time <strong>of</strong><br />
year (vaccine becomes available approximately in<br />
September)<br />
–Optimal protection afforded by administration <strong>of</strong> both<br />
doses early in season<br />
MMWR 2010;59:1-62