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This project aims to enhance school nurse advocacy for teen immunizations in South Dakota, in line with CDC recommendations. Collaboration with Delaware and Florida associations to boost uptake and awareness.
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State Affiliate Challenge South Dakota School Nurses Association Delaware School Nurse Association Florida Association of School Nurses
More About The Booster! Reference: 1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 2012 Recommend immunizations for children from 7 through 18 years old. http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/who/teens/downloads/parent-version-schedule-7-18yrs.pdf. Accessed April 23, 2012.
When Do Teens Need A Meningococcal Vaccine Booster Dose?1 Age of initial dose 11-12 years of age 13-15 years of age 16 years of age Age to give booster dose 16 years of age 16-18 years of age No booster needed Reference: 1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Updated recommendations for use of meningococcal conjugate vaccines — Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), 2010. MMWR. 2011;60(3):72-76.