Vaccine

Dryvax Smallpox (Vaccinia) Vaccine Administration Schedule

The schedule for vaccinia vaccine for adults at occupational risk is to have one successful dose at 18 years of age or older. Those expecting exposure through the nonhighly attenuated viruses should be revaccinated every ten years. However those who deal with the more virulent orthopoxviruses should be revaccinated more often. (22:V6:11)

In a non-emergency situation, the current recommendation is only for adults. The need for revaccination is unknown, at this time.

 

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