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.
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 Response to HHS RFI on Federal Vaccine Recommendations
NFID comments on the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Request for Information (RFI) on categories used in federal vaccine recommendations and the role of shared clinical decision-making
What Vaccines Do College Students Need Before Move-In Day?
Before move-in day, make sure vaccines are checked off the list. See ACHA’s college vaccine recommendations …
Vaccines During Pregnancy: How Maternal Immunization Helps Protect Your Newborn
NFID President-Elect Kevin A. Ault, MD, reflects on the importance of immunizing his pregnant patients.
Updated August 2025
Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Family Physicians