Journal of Adolescent Health
Volume 43, Issue 6 , Pages 540-547 , December 2008

Adolescent Vaccination: Coverage Achieved by Ages 13–15 Years, and Vaccinations Received as Recommended During Ages 11–12 Years, National Health Interview Survey 1997–2003

Received 4 March 2008 ,Accepted 10 July 2008.

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 Dr. Fishbein is now with the National Center for Preparedness, Detection, and Control of Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jadohealth.2008.08.002

Journal of Adolescent Health
Volume 43, Issue 6 , Pages 540-547 , December 2008

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