Childhood Immunization and Vaccines
The American College of Pediatricians (The College) is committed to the immunization of infants, children and adolescents according to the published reports and schedules of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The College reminds parents that their child’s pediatrician is the best source of information about what is best for their child.
The following are statements and resources on childhood immunization.
Immunization: Rights and Responsibilities– May 2019
Human Papillomavirus Vaccination– Jan 2019
New Concerns about HPV Vaccine– Jan 2016
Immunizations are Safe: College Rejects Shoddy Research– Press Release 2011
Parent’s Rights and Children’s Health– Press Release 2011
Pertussis Update– 2017
Vaccine Origins– Patient Handout 2017