Vaccine Schedule
The vaccine schedule has changed over the years as new vaccines have been developed, existing vaccines have been improved, and revised recommendations have been made. In fact, every year since 1995 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) have endorsed an annual childhood immunization schedule. Prior to 1995, these groups updated the immunization schedule every few years as needed.
This section of the website includes:
- The current vaccine schedule, including a downloadable version
- A discussion of the history of vaccines
- Answers to questions about the vaccine schedule
- A timeline showing when each vaccine became available
- Ideas about how to lessen the pain of vaccines for your child
Reviewed by: Paul A. Offit, MD
Date: October 2012
Materials in this section are updated as new information and vaccines become available. The Vaccine Education Center staff regularly reviews materials for accuracy.
You should not consider the information in this site to be specific, professional medical advice for your personal health or for your family's personal health. You should not use it to replace any relationship with a physician or other qualified healthcare professional. For medical concerns, including decisions about vaccinations, medications and other treatments, you should always consult your physician or, in serious cases, seek immediate assistance from emergency personnel.
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