First AD

Second AD

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently released its recommended 

. No major changes were made, but it was modified a little.

One revision involves a new recommendation for the use of meningococcal vaccine in 2-month-old infants with specific indications. It is not yet recommended for routine use in all 2-month-old babies.

Answer E. B and C only (Menveo and MenHibRix)

's use in children as young as 9 months of age was included in the 2013 immunization schedule and was the first “infant” meningococcal vaccine approved by the AAP and CDC for use in infants this young. This year 

 (combination of meningococcal and Hib vaccines) were approved for use in children as young as 2 months if indicated. Menactra is approved only for children at least 9 months of age.

Try one more question on the use of meningococcal vaccine: 


American Academy of Pediatrics, Committee on Infectious Diseases. Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule-United States, 2014. 

 2014;133:357. DOI: 10.1542/peds.2013-3965.

Are you up-to-date on revisions to the American Academy of Pediatrics 2014 vaccine schedule? 

Meningococcal Vaccine Recommended in Some 2-Month-Old Infants