MCV Immunization Age: Low Transmission Settings
The recommended age for initiating Measles-Containing Vaccine (MCV) depends significantly on the level of measles transmission within a country.
Vaccination Strategy in Low Transmission Areas
In countries characterized by low levels of measles transmission, the risk of early-life infection is generally reduced. Consequently, the vaccination strategy focuses on achieving high coverage with the standard immunization schedule rather than prioritizing very early, potentially less effective, vaccination.
Recommended Starting Age
For countries with low measles transmission, the appropriate age for starting immunization with the first dose of MCV is typically:
- 12 months
This aligns with the standard routine childhood vaccination schedule in many parts of the world. A second dose is usually administered later, commonly between 15-18 months, to ensure long-term immunity.
Important Questions from Infectious Disease Control & Prevention
As per the Open Vial Policy, partially used multidose vials of which of the following vaccines can be used over more than one immunization session?
1. BCG vaccine
2. DPT vaccine
3. Hepatitis B vaccine
4. Measles vaccine
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Consider the following statements regarding dengue virus :
1. It has four distinct serotypes.
2. Infection with any one serotype confers lifelong immunity for that virus serotype.
3. Secondary infection with dengue serotype 2 leads to severe form of dengue.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding dengue :
1. The mosquito becomes infective after an extrinsic incubation period of 8-10 days.
2. Once it becomes infective, the mosquito remains infective for life.
3. The genital tract of the mosquito does not get infected.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements about Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD) :
1. It is transmitted by ticks.
2. It was originally called 'pig disease' because of the association with dead pigs.
3. It was first recognized in Karnataka State.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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