In the US, all vaccines must be approved or licensed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), after which every vaccine is continually evaluated for safety and efficacy. This site reflects evidence-based US immunization recommendations.

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Recommendations by Age

Evidence-based immunization schedule for infants and children from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

Evidence-based immunization schedule for adults based on age and medical conditions from the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

Latest Posts

January 9, 2026

Welcome to Immunization in 2026: Why Evidence-Based Policy Matters More Than Ever

NFID Medical Director Robert H. Hopkins, Jr., MD, examines the challenges—and stakes—facing the immunization community in the year ahead.

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January 7, 2026

Joint Letter on US Childhood Immunization Schedule

The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases and more than 70 scientific and medical organizations sent the letter reaffirming their commitment to transparent, evidence-based immunization policy to help protect the health of US children.

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December 15, 2025

Top Webinars You Might Have Missed in 2025

From maternal immunization to reducing vaccine hesitancy, NFID webinars provide healthcare professionals with timely information and practical strategies

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Updated August 2025

Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Family Physicians