How Long Do Childhood Vaccines Last? Doctors Break It Down
Polio: 2 months, 4 months, 6 months, 15 to 18 months, 4 to 6 years: 12 to 15 months, 4 to 6 years: 6 months, then annual
Keep in mind, per Dr. Ganjian, that you may need to get some of these vaccines again when you’re older. “Some high-risk jobs require increased amounts of vaccination compared to other people,” he says, noting that people in the military may be required to get more vaccines that those who aren’t in the service.There are a few steps you can take if you’re not sure if you had all of your childhood vaccines.
You could see if your doctor is able to access your vaccination records or if your previous schools still have them. Keep in mind, though, that if you attended school in the U.S., you likely had to have your childhood vaccines first, Dr. Ganjian says. Also, “if you're an otherwise healthy adult, you may not need these vaccines anymore,” Dr. Michelow says. But, if you really want or need to know, you can get blood tests for antibodies to see if you’re protected, he says.
And, if you plan to travel and you’re unsure of your vaccination status, it’s OK to get vaccinated again. “Whenever there’s a question about whether you had the vaccines or not and you’re going to a part of the world where there is polio or another disease, you could go ahead and get an additional dose,” Dr. Russo says.
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