Why is there such a wide range in age for the third dose of polio, 6 months – 18 months? Why not give the third dose as early as possible?
The recommended schedule for polio vaccine is likely based on the way the clinical trials were done. We recommend that at each visit the child receive all vaccine doses for which the child is eligible. Although there is little risk of polio in the U.S., the risk still does exist and the child deserves the protection. Don’t miss an opportunity to vaccinate.
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