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Maternal Influenza Vaccination and Effect on Influenza Virus Infection in Young Infants
Eick AA, Uyeki TM, Klimov A, et al
Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2011;165:104-111
Study Summary
Infants younger than 6 months may experience higher morbidity and mortality rates from influenza than those 6-12 months old. The United States Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) currently recommends that pregnant women receive influenza vaccination, but the recommendation is owing to potential influenza morbidity while pregnant. It is less clear whether maternal vaccination against influenza during pregnancy provides protective benefits to the infant after birth.
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Eick AA, Uyeki TM, Klimov A, et al
Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2011;165:104-111
Study Summary
Infants younger than 6 months may experience higher morbidity and mortality rates from influenza than those 6-12 months old. The United States Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) currently recommends that pregnant women receive influenza vaccination, but the recommendation is owing to potential influenza morbidity while pregnant. It is less clear whether maternal vaccination against influenza during pregnancy provides protective benefits to the infant after birth.
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subscription required
http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/740685?src=mp&spon=9