One of the best defenses against disease is through vaccination. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) can tell you about recommended vaccines, appropriate ages, and timing.

To view the 2008 Child & Adolescent Immunization Schedules, click here.

To view the 2008 Adult Immunization Schedules, click here.

These links have schedules that you can download and print for persons ages 0 to 6 years, 7 to 18 years, and 18 years and older. Plus, you can access a handy interactive tool that determines the immunization schedule to catch up on missed vaccines.

Always talk with your doctor about whether vaccinations are up to date. Also, check out the latest information from the CDC before heading to summer camp, boarding school, or college—and before traveling.

If you are living outside of the United States, please refer to the national vaccination schedule and vaccination recommendations for the country in which you are currently residing.