Polio Vaccination in Pediatrics

Polio Vaccination in Pediatrics

Protecting every child from a preventable disease

Polio Can Paralyze — or Kill

Why it matters

Poliovirus attacks the nervous system. Children under 5 are most vulnerable. Vaccination is the only protection.

IPV Dosing at a Glance

Vaccine schedule

2 months Dose 1 First IPV dose

4 months Dose 2 Second IPV dose

6–18 months Dose 3 Third IPV dose

4–6 years Booster Final booster before school entry

IPV vs. OPV — Know the Difference

Vaccine types

IPV (injectable) — used in routine immunization programs

OPV (oral) — used in mass campaigns in endemic regions

Both provide strong, long-lasting immunity

Keep Every Child Up to Date

Take action

Check vaccination records at every visit. A fully immunized child is a protected child.

View CDC Polio Guidelines