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

NFID Medical Director Robert H. Hopkins, Jr.., MD, statement regarding ACIP meeting in June 2025
June 26, 2025

Statement on June 2025 Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Meeting

NFID strongly supports the use of evidence-based guidance reviewed by qualified experts, within CDC and externally, to inform public health policy, and will work to protect the health of people across the US …

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June 25, 2025

Empowering Men to Prioritize Health

Staying up to date on all recommended vaccines and taking other steps to prevent illness helps ensure men are ready for what matters most—showing up for loved ones or simply enjoying life …

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Visualization of US map with vaccine vials overlaid (Firefly AI generated)
February 10, 2025

Harnessing the Power of Local Data

NFID dashboard aims to empower stakeholders with hyperlocal data to increase US adult respiratory vaccine uptake

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Updated August 2025

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