Ø       Measles-Mumps-Rubella Vaccines

Two doses of measles-containing vaccines and at least one dose of mumps and rubella-containing vaccines.

Ø       Tetanus-Diphtheria Toxoids

A primary series with 3 doses of any vaccine(s) containing diphtheria and tetanus toxoids with a booster dose every ten years.  A TD booster should be given as part of the medical management of a tetanus-prone wound if more than 5 years have elapsed since receipt of the last dose.  (NOTE: this is particularly important if the student is entering into an occupation with a higher risk of exposure.  Examples:  automotive, construction, environmental maintenance, and other occupations with higher exposures to environmental toxins.)

Ø       Varicella Vaccine (Chicken Pox)

Adults require a 2-soxe series of Varicella vaccine.  Immunizations can be omitted if a student has a reliable history of chickenpox disease or is seropositive for Varicella antibody.

Ø       Hepatitis B Vaccine

The 3-dose Hepatitis B series should be considered for immunized entrants to those colleges/universities where this immunization is not required.  (On a personal Note:  The Hepatitis B series is now considered part of a comprehensive immunization package and is part of  “Good Health Practice in the United States.”

Ø       Meningococcal Disease Vaccine

College Freshmen, particularly those who live in Dormitories, have a modestly increase risk of getting this disease.  Meningococcal vaccine protects against four of the five most common types of this disease.  Vaccine protection last 3-5 years and can prevent 50%-70% of cases on college campuses.  (Personal Note:  Talk with your physician regarding this immunization if you are attending dormitory life at your chosen university---“Good Health Practice?”

Ø       Influenza Vaccine

A single dose of influenza vaccine annually in the fall is recommended for students with an underlying medical condition that places them at higher risk for serious influenza disease complications. (Personal Note: Please check with you primary care provider for specific advise.)

Ø       Hepatitis A

Two doses of inactivated hepatitis A vaccine separated by 6-12 months are recommended for susceptible college entrants if:

Ø       Traveling to countries with high or intermediate endemicity of infection

Ø       Men who have sex with men

Ø       Have chronic liver disease of clotting factor disorders

Ø       Work with non-human primates

Ø       Illicit injecting and non-injecting drug users

Ø       Pneumoncoccal Polysaccharide Vaccine

One dose of the 23-valent pneumoncoccal polysaccharide vaccine is recommended for students with chronic illnesses associated with increased risk for pneumococcal disease or its complications