What is the difference between recommended and required vaccines?
Recommendations: CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) makes recommendations for the use of vaccines in the U.S. These recommendations are published annually on the childhood/adolescent and adult immunization schedules and in CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR). Requirements: Each state mandates which vaccines are required for day care and school entry. Many colleges/universities and healthcare institutions also have immunization requirements. Finally, the federal government does have immunization requirements for immigrants and refugees entering the U.S.
