As per India's National Immunization Schedule, Japanese Encephalitis (JE) vaccine using the live attenuated SA 14-14-2 strain is administered in identified endemic districts at which ages?
- A 9 months and 17-24 months ✓
- B At birth and 6 weeks
- C 6 weeks and 14 weeks
- D 16-24 months and 5 years
Correct answer: A. 9 months and 17-24 months
Explanation
Under India's UIP, the live attenuated JE vaccine (SA 14-14-2) is given in two doses: the first dose at 9 months of age along with the first dose of MR vaccine, and the second dose at 17-24 months along with the MR second dose. This schedule is implemented in identified JE-endemic districts across India.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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