According to the IAP 2023 immunization schedule, which of the following vaccines is recommended as TWO doses for a healthy 12-month-old child at this single visit?
- A OPV booster and DPT booster
- B MMR (second dose) and Varicella (second dose)
- C Hepatitis B booster and PCV booster
- D Hepatitis A (inactivated) and Typhoid conjugate ✓
Explanation
According to the IAP 2023 schedule, at 12 months, a healthy child receives Hepatitis D vaccine (first dose, inactivated) and Typhoid conjugate vaccine (TCV, single dose at 9-12 months). MMR second dose is recommended at 15 months under IAP. DPT and OPV boosters are given at 16-24 months under UIP. PCV booster is given at 12 months under UIP but paired with other vaccines, not as the specific pair in the question.
Reference: IAP Immunization Schedule 2023, Indian Academy of Pediatrics
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